DCI Emma Gardner is called to a cemetary where a girl's body was exhumed and placed on another grave.
The girl was killed in a hit and run.

DI Paul Riddick is convinced this crime is tied to a gang of drug dealers.

Wow, a lot to unpack here. Lots of characters, and a jump from the 1980's to present time, to tie all the events together.
So many twists and all the mysteries and questions are neatly wrapped up at the end.

The book is dark and deals with bullying and cruelty towards the weak and disabled.
However, it is unputdownable.

I look forward to reading more from this series.

I enjoyed this very much, but have to challenge a statement in the book regarding the cruel, inhumane and brutal murder by 'necklacing'.
1980. Keith is at Howard's garage with Dean and Neil Clark has been prepared to be killed by this method.
Keith says it is 'common in South Africa'.

The first necklacing actually happened on 20th July 1985, five year later. I am not sure if this is 'artistic licence', but did want to correct that statement.


Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read this book.

Good book! This book had a bit of everything! It had suspense, intrigue, action, murder, mystery, a few who done it, and some crazy twists and turns! The storyline was very interesting and kept me glued to my Kindle! I definitely recommend reading this book as it was well worth reading! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

A fast paced, interesting crime thriller that certainly keeps the reader on their toes! The dark underworld of county lines creeps into pretty Knaresborough and Harrogate, with dire consequences. Plenty of characters you love to hate, with a fair sprinkling of detectives with attitude. A good, twisty plot that remains interesting throughout. Set across several timelines, the story unfolds to reveal secrets and lies aplenty.

Apparently this is the fourth book in the Yorkshire Murders series, and whilst I enjoyed it, some background is definitely needed as there are lots of references to earlier events, and the personalities of some characters needed more explanation, so not quite a standalone. I am now keen to read the others in the series, but will definitely read them in order!

3.5* (only because I needed more background).

Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books.