We are introduced to both Lesley, an injured and slightly grumpy DCI, who’s been (forced) told to recuperate in a quiet place down South in Dorset, where nothing ever happens. Whether it’s because I know the area of Corfe Castle, Wareham and Swanage like the back of my hand is another matter, the story has made me appreciate what I love about Dorset and also how special I had it when growing up within and surrounded by all the natural beauty and historical wonders in that part of the South of England. I really loved the feel of it, and how I could almost visualise myself there with only a few words. Well maybe it did have some compelling magic, but the story and the characters are just beautifully and craftily written. nope definitely not my favourite castle and where I spent my childhood (wink). Wow, this book took me captive and completely hooked me right in to the story, it definitely had nothing to do with where it’s set or where the murder happens to be…. Can she get along with her new partner DS Dennis Frampton, a traditionalist who doesn’t appreciate her style? How will she navigate the politics of a smaller force where she’s a bigger, and less welcome, fish? And most importantly, can she solve the murder before the killer strikes again? She’s a straight-talking city copper who doesn’t suffer fools gladly….and she’s been transferred to rural Dorset.Īfter being injured in a bomb attack, Lesley is presented with a choice – early retirement or a period of respite in a calmer location.īefore she’s even started her new job, Lesley is dragged into investigating a murder at one of England’s most Iconic landmarks, the imposing Corfe Castle. Intrigued? let’s head over to the blurb and find out a bit more. I would also like to say a huge thank you to the creative talent Rachel McLean, for creating such a wonderful cast of brilliant characters and a very intriguing plot, I would also like to say thank you for using Corfe Castle as the scene for this particular crime, I know this area of Dorset all my life and have lived and grown up around there so for me I can visualise every scene and setting. I would also like to say thank you to Ackroyd Publishing for allowing me access to a digital copy of this book, I am always extremely grateful to be able to do this. ![]() I would like to say a huge thank you to Rachel of Rachel’s Random Resources for organising this intriguing and thrilling book’s tour.
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