Ann Cleeves
The Sleeping and the Dead
The Sleeping and the Dead
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The Sleeping and The Dead is a tense psychological thriller by Ann Cleeves, the author and creator of three TV series: Shetland, Vera, and The Long Call. Detective Peter Porteous is called to Cranwell Lake to investigate the discovery of a teenager's body, Michael Grey, who was reported missing in 1972. Hannah Morton, a prison officer, is shocked to learn that Michael had been her boyfriend and the night he disappeared. The discovery brings back memories from her past.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
The Sleeping and The Dead is a gripping psychological thriller penned by the talented Ann Cleeves, the author and creator of three remarkable TV series: Shetland, Vera, and The Long Call. Detective Peter Porteous is dispatched to Cranwell Lake, where the lifeless body of a teenager is discovered. As he delves into the missing persons files, he reaches a startling conclusion: the corpse belongs to Michael Grey, an enigmatic and secretive young man who vanished in 1972, reported missing by his foster parents.
The discovery of a body sends prison officer Hannah Morton into a state of shock. Michael had been her boyfriend, and she had been with him the night he disappeared. Now, the discovery is unleashing painful and long-buried memories from her past.
As the investigation unfolds, Peter and Hannah must navigate a web of lies and deceit, as they uncover the dark secrets that Michael had been hiding. They encounter a cast of characters, each with their own motivations and agendas, as they try to piece together the events leading up to Michael's disappearance and his tragic fate.
The Sleeping and The Dead is a masterfully crafted tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, as it explores the depths of human emotion and the consequences of our actions. Ann Cleeves' writing is characterized by her intricate plotting and her ability to create fully realized characters that are both flawed and compelling.
In conclusion, The Sleeping and The Dead is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers, as it offers a compelling and suspenseful story that will leave readers pondering long after the last page. Ann Cleeves' talent as a storyteller is evident in this gripping novel, and I eagerly anticipate her future works.
Weight: 282g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529070514
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