The Dying Light

In this gripping novel, Detective Inspector Matthew Venn is drawn into a web of secrets after the mysterious death of Lottie, a young woman found in a luxurious holiday home’s swimming pool during a blistering heatwave in Devon. As the case unfolds, Venn must navigate the complexities of a small community stirred by social media and troubled by the disappearance of Lottie’s best friend, Hannah, whose father is a rising political figure. With mounting tension and further tragedy, Venn realizes that the true story lies hidden beneath the surface of what the community chooses to reveal. Rich in atmosphere and suspense, this narrative explores the dark undercurrents of family and societal pressures.