Death at the Devil's Chair: A gripping, unputdownable detective drama set in the wilds of Shropshire (A DI Georgie Fraser Mystery)
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In the desolate hills of Shropshire, a killer has arrived, and for local bunkhouse owner Marianne Leonard, the investigation is personal. When the police discover her own criminal past, her fragile new life is on the line, and she knows she’s not just a witness—she’s a suspect.
As DI Georgie Fraser, a detective with a haunted past of her own, delves into the dark history of the Devil’s Chair, every resident of the bunkhouse becomes a person of interest. There's the blustering walking group leader, the enigmatic archaeologists, and a mysterious young man who seems to know more than he's letting on. Trust is a luxury Marianne cannot afford, for the killer is not only stalking their next victim but also unraveling Marianne's secrets one by one. Can she unmask the murderer before her life is completely destroyed?
The wild and unforgiving Shropshire landscape provides a brutal and beautiful setting for a story of murder and suspense. This is a gripping and atmospheric crime novel that explores themes of secrets, atonement, and finding a place to belong.
Perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, JD Kirk and Rachel McClean
'Absolutely loved this book! It’s totally brilliant: utterly compelling, unputdownable — a great, page-turn-y mystery in every way.' Sophie Hannah, Sunday Times, New York Times and Amazon Kindle UK No. 1 bestselling writer of crime fiction
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About the author
Saskia van der Zee is a crime writer inspired by the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills, a passion sparked by the adventure books of her childhood. She holds a degree in Medieval History from the University of Oxford and an MA in Creative Writing. Across an eclectic career as a teacher, voice coach, and equine massage therapist, books have always been her first love. She wrote her first novel for her children — now long grown-up — in a yellow camper van at the bottom of Ashes Hollow on the Long Mynd. When she is not writing, she can be found exploring the hills with her partner or reading in front of a log fire. She lives in Shropshire, juggling her work with caring for a menagerie of horses, dogs and cats.
