The Dark Wives

In "The Seagull," the eleventh installment of Ann Cleeves's acclaimed Vera Stanhope series, listeners are drawn into a gripping mystery set along the picturesque northeast coast of England. When the body of a staff member from Rosebank, a home for troubled teens, is discovered, DI Vera Stanhope is determined to unravel the web of secrets tied to the case, particularly the disappearance of a fourteen-year-old resident, Chloe Spence. As the investigation deepens, Vera and her team confront unsettling truths intertwined with local folklore, uncovering dangers that threaten their community. Janine Birkett's captivating narration brings this enthralling tale to life, enhancing the suspense and complexity of the plot.