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Maeve Kerrigan, seasoned London police detective, is no stranger to the entangled lives of Murchison Tower residents. When a devastating fire engulfs the top floors and three people are killed, Maeve’s investigation reveals a shocking twist: the victims include Geoff Armstrong, a wealthy, right‑wing politician. Evidence suggests Armstrong was murdered before the fire, raising questions about the connection between his death, the fire, and the other fatalities. As Kerrigan delves deeper, the case intertwines domestic abuse, political intrigue, and hidden motives, leading to a conclusion that forces her to confront the darkest corners of the Maudling Estate.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Jane Casey
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