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Vera Stanhope becomes involved in an investigation after a young woman is found dead near the home of a family in a quiet Northumberland community. What initially appears to be an isolated crime gradually exposes tensions and secrets among the local residents. Vera's unconventional approach allows her to see connections that others overlook. As the investigation develops, apparently respectable lives begin to reveal darker sides. The novel combines psychological observation with a traditional murder mystery and a strong sense of place.