Into the Dark

Into the Dark is a crime thriller by Fiona Cummins that was shortlisted for the Theakston Old Peculiar Crime Novel of the Year 2023. It follows the disappearance of the Holden family from their art deco home in Midtown-on-Sea and the investigation by DS Saul Anguish. The novel explores themes of revenge, greed, ambition, and the true cost of friendship.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Into the Dark is a captivating crime thriller by Fiona Cummins that delves into themes of revenge, greed, ambition, and the devastating consequences of friendship. Set in the picturesque coastal town of Seawings, the novel follows the mysterious disappearance of the Holden family, consisting of Piper and Gray, along with their two teenage children. DS Saul Anguish, a brilliant but troubled detective, is tasked with unraveling the mystery.

Upon arriving at Seawings, Riva Holden's best friend, a fifteen-year-old girl named Tessa, finds a peculiar scene. The radio is playing, phones are charging on the worktop, and the cars are in the garage. However, the house is deserted. In Riva's bedroom, Tessa discovers a chilling message scrawled across the mirror in blood: "Make Them Stop."

As Tessa begins to investigate the disappearance, she uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threaten to tear the Holden family apart. She discovers that the Holdens were involved in a shady business deal that went wrong, and their enemies were determined to see them pay for their sins. Tessa also learns that Riva had a close relationship with the Holdens, and her disappearance may be linked to their troubles.

As Tessa digs deeper, she becomes increasingly aware of the danger she is in. She is pursued by ruthless criminals who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets, and she must rely on her wits and the help of her friends to stay one step ahead. Along the way, Tessa discovers the true cost of friendship and the sacrifices that are sometimes necessary to protect the ones we love.

In the end, Tessa finds herself in a race against time to save Riva and bring the culprits to justice. She must navigate through a maze of lies and treachery, using her intelligence and intuition to uncover the truth and bring closure to the Holden family.

Into the Dark is a gripping and suspenseful crime thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Fiona Cummins has masterfully crafted a story that is both complex and inventive, with a twisting plot that will leave readers guessing until the very last page. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the setting of Seawings is vivid and evocative. This novel is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.

Weight: 252g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529040173