There were three names written down, but the fourth was unknown. A name so painful that it had been scored through. A black scar where once the truth had been spelled out. The Reverend’s role had been clear, but for what he had done, he would have to suffer…
When a vicar is reported missing just days before Christmas and two churches are burned to the ground, the police know there is only one person that can help them solve the Head of the Ritualistic Behavioural Crime unit, Dr Harrison Lane .
An expert on ritualistic and religious crime profiling, Harrison uses tracking skills taught to him by his Native American stepfather to follow the trail of clergymen’s bodies displayed in sinister effigies that warp scenes from the New Testament.
Amidst the bitter cold, Harrison pursues a killer who is seeking long-awaited vengeance against members of the church for a sin that has festered for decades. With a lead investigator who is less than co-operative and suspicion hurriedly thrown upon vulnerable members of the community, Harrison can’t shake the feeling that something deeper and darker, linked to his own family’s mysterious past, is hiding below the surface of this investigation.
Can Harrison solve these murders before the killer claims their next victim? And does that victim even deserve to be saved? An addictive crime thriller, perfect for fans of Rachel McLean, Rachel Abbott and Angela Marsons.
This book was previously published under the title Winter Fires by Gwyn GB.
What readers are saying about this
“ Absolutely fantastic … will keep you hooked . Well-deserving of five stars.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“Great!! This book kept me guessing! Dr. Lane is an excellent character for this series… I can’t wait for the next book! I highly recommend this book.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“I just love these books about Dr Harrison Lane.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“This is the best yet of the series… gripping .” Online reviewer, 5 stars
Gwyn Bennett is a best-selling author who writes intriguing fast-paced character driven crime mysteries.
She's always been a writer, initially working as a broadcast journalist and newsreader for the BBC and ITN in London, before she was able to become a full-time fiction author. Gwyn undertakes a lot of research for her books, weaving fact in with the fiction in order to make them relatable to readers. Her favourite days are when she hears from people who have enjoyed her books and meeting the characters.
Gwyn was born in England, but has lots of Welsh and some Irish blood in her. She now lives in the tiny Channel Island of Jersey, where her husband was born, with her family, rescue dog, and geriatric goldfish. Apart from being chief dog slave and fish feeder, she enjoys walking, yoga and eating crisps, with a bit of gardening when the sun shines.
This was an intriguing story with lots of mystery, secrets, lies, betrayals, and much more. It's not a story or series to be missed. I would definitely recommend this book, series, and author.