A group of old university friends leave the bright lights of London and travel to Shetland to celebrate the marriage of one of their friends. But, one of them, Eleanor, disappears―apparently into thin air. It's mid-summer, a time of light nights and unexpected mists. And then Eleanor's body is discovered lying in a small loch close to the cliff edge.Detectives Jimmy Perez and Willow Reeves are dispatched to investigate. Before she went missing, Eleanor claimed to have seen the ghost of a local child who drowned in the 1920s. Her interest in the ghost had seemed unhealthy―obsessive, even―to her friends: an indication of a troubled mind. But Jimmy and Willow are convinced that there is more to Eleanor's death than they first thought.Is there a secret that lies behind the myth? One so shocking that someone would kill―many years later―to protect?Ann Cleeves' striking new novel is a quintessential whodunit with surprises at every turn.
Ann Cleeves is a beloved British author who has written a number of memorable and acclaimed crime fiction novels. Her work has been adapted into two hit television series, Shetland and Vera, and she has won numerous awards for her writing. Her novels are known for their strong characters and thoughtful, nuanced writing.
Her books are set in the north of England, Scotland, and the Shetland Islands, and feature Inspector Jimmy Perez and Detective Inspector Vera Stanhope. These characters have been featured in both TV shows, and many fans of the shows have gone on to read the books. Ann Cleeves' books have been released in a variety of formats, including hardcover, paperback, and digital editions. Some of her books have also been released as audiobooks, allowing readers to enjoy her stories in a different format. Below is a complete list of Ann Cleeves books in order.
Whether you are a fan of her work or are new to her writing, these books are sure to captivate your imagination and provide hours of thrilling entertainment. Happy reading!