One Lost Soul

The first novel in the Hidden Norfolk series by JM Dalgliesh, a bestselling author with over a million copies sold, delves into the shadows where secrets often lurk unnoticed. The narrative begins with the grim discovery of a teenager's body on a desolate cliff top path, her innocent face turned toward the dawn. Strangled by an unknown hand, the investigation falls to DI Tom Janssen and his novice team, who must piece together why this aspiring medical student, Holly Bettany, met such a tragic fate. Holly's future appeared as luminous as her privileged upbringing, yet her life was overshadowed by inner turmoil. In a picturesque coastal town, Janssen navigates a web of deception within a tightly-knit community, where hidden scandals wait at every corner. Holly harbored secrets and was aware of others' clandestine affairs. Who was desperate enough to kill to keep these hidden? What if someone else uncovers what she knew? The brutal killer is bound by no limits. Set against the enigmatic beauty of coastal Norfolk, this compelling British detective novel is an intense murder mystery that keeps readers on edge until the final, shocking twist. "One Lost Soul" kicks off a new crime thriller series by JM Dalgliesh, known for the Dark Yorkshire books, and is perfect for enthusiasts of LJ Ross, JD Kirk, Angela Marsons, Joy Ellis, and Damien Boyd.