Bleeding Heart Yard

Winner of the 2022 Fingerprint Awards' Crime Book of the Year

The Plot

In Bleeding Heart Yard, Detective Sergeant Cassie Fitzherbert grapples with a haunting secret from her past—the tragic death of a schoolmate that has cast a long shadow over her life. Years later, while she has built a stable career in the police force and a seemingly happy marriage, the past resurfaces during a school reunion. The shocking death of an ex-classmate, Garfield Rice, a prominent MP, from an apparent drug overdose sends ripples through the community and thrusts Cassie back into a world she thought she had left behind.

As the investigation unfolds under the leadership of her new boss, DI Harbinder Kaur, Cassie finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and hidden truths. The case not only exposes the darker aspects of her former life but also forces her to confront her own demons as she navigates the complexities of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for justice.

Themes

• Redemption: The journey of facing one’s past and seeking forgiveness.
• Truth and Deception: The blurry lines between reality and perception.
• Friendship and Betrayal: The impact of past relationships on present circumstances.

Writing Style

Quercus Publishing’s gripping narrative is marked by its intricate character development and a sharp focus on psychological depth. The atmospheric setting enhances the tension, drawing readers into a world where every secret has the potential to unravel lives.

"A compelling exploration of the ghosts that linger long after the final bell rings." – A Literary Review