A Debt Redeemed

A criminal group seeks recompense for John Duffield's neglected debts, brutally murdering him and targeting innocent bystander Kate. DI Rachel Barnes is called upon to protect Kate in a game of strategy where lives hang in the balance and mistakes are harshly punished.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 16 April 2024
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

In a small rural village in North Yorkshire, a group of criminal associates from John Duffield's distant past seek recompense for his neglected debts. However, their plan takes a deadly turn when Duffield is brutally murdered, witnessed by an innocent bystander, Kate. The hunt begins for Kate as the criminal group attempts to eliminate her in order to protect themselves. A police enquiry team investigates Duffield's death, and DI Rachel Barnes is called upon to rise to the challenge of protecting Kate in a game of strategy, where lives hang in the balance and mistakes are harshly punished.

The story begins with Duffield's return to the village after a long absence. He is greeted with hostility by the locals, who are aware of his criminal past. Duffield, however, is determined to make amends and begins to work on a new business venture.

One day, while Duffield is out on a walk, he is approached by a group of men who demand payment for a debt that he owes them. Duffield refuses, and the men become aggressive. In the ensuing struggle, Duffield is stabbed multiple times and dies.

Kate, who was nearby, witnesses the murder and is horrified. She runs to the nearest house and tells the residents what has happened. The residents, including Duffield's former associates, are shocked and angry. They decide to take matters into their own hands and begin to hunt for Kate.

The criminal group is led by a ruthless and cunning man named Jack. He is determined to eliminate Kate and anyone who knows about the murder. He sends his men out to search for her, and they begin to track her movements.

Kate, meanwhile, is on the run. She is terrified and doesn't know who to trust. She meets a young man named Tom, who offers to help her. Tom is a former criminal who has turned his life around and is now working as a mechanic.

Tom helps Kate to escape from the village and takes her to a safe house. However, the criminal group is hot on their trail and soon finds them. They attack the safe house, and Kate is injured in the process.

Tom is able to get Kate to a hospital, where she is treated for her injuries. However, the criminal group is still searching for her. They send a group of men to the hospital to try and find her.

DI Rachel Barnes is called upon to investigate Duffield's death. She is a seasoned detective who has worked on many high-profile cases. She is determined to find Kate and bring the criminal group to justice.

Barnes begins to interview the residents of the village, and she quickly learns that Duffield was a respected member of the community. He had been involved in many charitable works and had helped many people in the village.

However, Barnes also learns that Duffield had a dark side. He had been involved in criminal activities and had neglected to pay his debts. This had led to a number of people being hurt and even killed.

Barnes begins to piece together the events that led to Duffield's death. She interviews the men who attacked Duffield and learns that they were hired by Jack. She also learns that Jack had been planning to eliminate Kate for a long time.

Barnes and her team begin to track Jack and his men. They use a variety of techniques, including surveillance and undercover work. They eventually find Jack and his men in a remote farmhouse.

The confrontation between Barnes and Jack is intense. Jack is determined to kill Kate, and he is willing to do anything to achieve his goal. Barnes, however, is determined to protect Kate and bring the criminal group to justice.

In the end, Barnes and her team are able to arrest Jack and his men. Kate is safe, and the criminal group is brought to justice.

The story highlights the dangers of criminal activity and the importance of protecting innocent people. It also shows the importance of teamwork and the dedication of law enforcement officers.

In conclusion, "Set in a rural village in North Yorkshire, criminal associates from John Duffield's distant past seek recompense for his neglected debts. Duffield is brutally murdered, witnessed by innocent bystander, Kate. The hunt begins for Kate as the criminal group attempts to eliminate her in order to protect themselves. A police enquiry team investigates Duffield's death and DI Rachel Barnes is called upon to rise to the challenge of protecting Kate, in a game of strategy, where lives hang in the balance and mistakes are harshly punished."

Weight: 330g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781036105365