Old Sins, Long Shadows

The town of Easterham is shaken by the accusations of wayward teenager Sophie Clark, alleging sexual assault against a number of men including her own father. Revealed as lies only after one man kills himself, another disappears and local reputations are destroyed, Sophie is banished to London.

Fifteen years later she returns, introducing her father to her twelve year old daughter for the first time. While alone in his home the young girl is found dead at the bottom of the stairs. Did she fall or was she pushed?

DCI Tony Marchknight investigates. Is it her grandfather, an opportunist break-in or is it sexually motivated? Could it be one of the accused from the past or one of their loved ones wreaking their revenge?

And what is the secret of the shed next door?

The case is complicated by the discovery of another body after a wild coastal storm. Is this connected to the girl’s murder or the accusations of the past?

This novel relies on good old fashioned detective work, thinking and deduction supported by modern science rather than replaced by it. You don't need a forensics degree to enjoy it!

At over 100,000 words it's good value for money. It does contain the occasional mild expletive and certain scenes especially around the post mortems may be a little upsetting for those of a nervous disposition. The author is a coroner's officer too.

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