Death Under a Little Sky

Death Under a Little Sky is a 2024 CrimeFest Debut Crime Novel of the Year that follows Jake Jackson, a high-flying ex-city detective, who inherits a rural retreat from his reclusive uncle. When a young woman's bones are discovered during the local annual treasure hunt, Jake is back to being a detective, trying to unearth a dangerous killer in an unlikely setting. The book has received praise for its tense but patient, fast but thoughtful, and twisty but substantial writing, as well as its vivid, atmospheric sense of place.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

A detective ready for a new life

Jake Jackson, a high-flying ex-city detective, inherits a rural retreat from his reclusive uncle. It's the perfect chance to start anew.

A death that disrupts everything

But then, the local annual treasure hunt spirals into terror when a young woman's bones are discovered. Suddenly, Jake is back to being a detective, as he tries to unearth a dangerous killer in this most unlikely of settings.

Praise for "Death Under a Little Sky"

"Tense but patient, fast but thoughtful, and twisty but substantial – this is a truly excellent debut, and I want the next installment now." - Lee Child

"I LOVED this. I found it totally immersive, and couldn't wait to squeeze some time from my day to return to it. The writing is very classy, and the conclusion came as a surprise, which is always a treat." - Ann Cleeves

"Gloriously atmospheric and masterfully plotted with such a strong sense of place, this is a huge treat for crime fiction lovers. I can't wait for the next installment!" - Lucy Foley

"Stylish...a more than promising debut." - The Times

"Stylishly written by a skilled wordsmith, and an absorbing tale." - Sun

"A vivid, atmospheric debut." - Daily Mail

"A cosy crime read with an appealing protagonist." - Guardian

Weight: 254g
Dimension: 198 x 130 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008517052