The Grave Maurice

In "The Grave Maurice," Melrose Plant shares a captivating story with Richard Jury, who is recuperating in a hospital and plagued by a meddlesome nurse. Plant recounts the mysterious disappearance of Nell Ryder, a girl linked to Jury's surgeon, and the troubling discovery of a woman's body near the Ryder family farm, who is connected to an earlier encounter at the pub. Joined by Jury and the Cambridgeshire police, Plant embarks on a suspenseful investigation that may reveal deeper secrets beyond simply locating Nell. This 18th installment in the Richard Jury series blends humor and intrigue, delivering the engaging storytelling fans have come to love from Martha Grimes.