Cry Baby

In the summer of 1996, two boys vanish into the woods, but only one returns, prompting Detective Superintendent Tom Thorne to investigate a case that quickly escalates with the murder of two individuals linked to the missing boy. As London gears up for the European Soccer Championships, Thorne grapples with a perplexing investigation while navigating the complications of his own fractured marriage. This mystery serves as a prequel to Mark Billingham's acclaimed debut Sleepyhead, further enriching the captivating series celebrated by readers and critics alike.