A detective ready for a new lifeJake Jackson, high-flying ex-city detective, inherits a rural retreat from his reclusive uncle. Itâs the perfect chance to start anew.
A death that disrupts everythingBut then the local annual treasure hunt spirals into terror when a young womanâs bones are discovered. Suddenly, Jake is back to being a detective, as he tries to unearth a dangerous killer in this most unlikely of settings.
Lee ChildâTense but patient, fast but thoughtful, and twisty but substantial â this is a truly excellent debut, and I want the next installment ânow
Ann CleevesâI LOVED this. I found it totally immersive, and couldnât wait to squeeze some time from my day to return to it. The writing is very classy and the conclusion came as a surprise, which is always a treatâ
Lucy FoleyâGloriously atmospheric and masterfully plotted with such a strong sense of place, this is a huge treat for crime fiction lovers. I canât wait for the next instalment!â
âStylishâŠa more than promising debutâThe Times
âStylishly written by a skilled wordsmith, and an absorbing taleâSun
âA vivid, atmospheric debutâDaily Mail
âA cosy crime read with an appealing protagonistâGuardian
The stunningly written, evocative new debut crime thriller you wonât want to miss! Praise forDeath Under a Little Sky