Stay Buried

A crime novel set in Wiltshire, "Stay Buried" is a twisty and atmospheric tale from a brilliant new voice in the genre. Detective Inspector Matt Lockyer is side-lined to working cold cases, but when he receives a call from prisoner Hedy Lambert, he agrees to reopen her case, which he had originally convicted of murder fourteen years ago. However, he soon realizes that there are some cases that should stay buried, and he may be being manipulated.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2023
Publisher: Quercus Publishing

The darkest truths should never see the light of day, for they hold the power to destroy lives and shatter hearts. Yet, sometimes, they emerge, unbidden, like a venomous snake from the shadows. In such cases, it is our duty to confront them head-on, to seek the truth, no matter how painful it may be.

A twisty and atmospheric Wiltshire-set crime novel from a brilliant new voice in the genre, "Stay Buried" will keep you guessing until the very end. Lucy Foley has crafted a tale that is both captivating and suspenseful, with a plot that is meticulously crafted and filled with unexpected twists.

Detective Inspector Matt Lockyer has been relegated to working cold cases, a punishment for a decision he made in a recent investigation, in order to support a friend. Lockyer, however, is not too bothered by his demotion, as it gives him the chance to review some of the cases that keep him up at night and to look into his own brother's senseless killing, which remains unsolved.

On a quiet afternoon, Lockyer receives a phone call from prisoner Hedy Lambert, a woman he put inside for murder fourteen years ago. She informs him that the man she was originally accused of killing has turned up alive and well. She begs him to reopen her case.

All those years ago, Lockyer had been the one to pin down Hedy's motive, but deep down, he had never wanted to believe she was guilty. The thought that he might have sent an innocent woman down for life does not sit well with him, and he agrees to reopen the investigation. But has it become too personal, and is he being manipulated? Perhaps, there are some cases that should stay buried, forever.

Praise for "Stay Buried" has been pouring in from critics and readers alike. Gloriously atmospheric, the novel transports readers to the heart of Wiltshire, with its vivid descriptions and evocative prose. The twists were terrific, leaving readers gasping for breath and guessing until the very end. Gytha Lodge praised the novel for its "well-written, deftly plotted whodunnit," while Guardian described it as "remarkably assured." Literary Review praised the novel for its "accomplished, twisty" plot, and Woman and Home described it as "a must-read."

In conclusion, "Stay Buried" is a crime novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Lucy Foley's debut novel is a testament to her talent and her ability to create a gripping and suspenseful story. Do not miss this incredible read!

Weight: 322g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529421279