White Horse

Detective Inspector Leo George is investigating a murder on the Downs near Uffington Castle, which he suspects is related to the Children of the White Horse, a secretive valley commune. His friend Jess Bridges is undercover in the commune, attempting to persuade a wayward young woman to leave the cult, but Leo is confronted by the fact that Jess is heading right into the heart of a mystery that has less to do with ancient gods than it does modern vices.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 432 pages
\n Publication date: 21 January 2021
\n Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
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A thrilling new whodunnit series, fast-paced and funny, featuring a detective as sharp as his suits and a heroine who's trouble.

Three thousand years ago, Iron Age people carved a White Horse on the Downs near Uffington Castle, and now someone has dumped a body there. Laid out like a ceremonial killing, Detective Inspector Leo George isn't convinced that the murder is what it appears. He suspects the young female victim may have been a member of the Children of the White Horse, a secretive valley commune, but none of the cult members are talking. That is until he discovers his friend, Jess Bridges, is undercover in the commune, attempting to persuade a wayward young woman to leave the cult. Leo is confronted by the fact that Jess is heading right into the heart of a mystery that has less to do with ancient gods than it does modern vices, and there is nothing old about spilling blood.

Jess is a young woman who has always been drawn to the Children of the White Horse, a mysterious and secretive cult that lives in the valley. She has always been fascinated by their beliefs and practices, and she has longed to be a part of them. However, Jess is also a troubled woman, with a history of drug abuse and a troubled relationship with her family. She has been running away from her problems for years, and she has finally found a place where she feels like she belongs.

However, Jess's presence in the commune is not without its dangers. The cult is led by a mysterious figure known as the High Priest, who is believed to have supernatural powers and is feared by all who know him. Jess is also being watched by the police, who are trying to gather evidence against the cult and bring them to justice.

As Jess becomes more involved in the cult, she begins to uncover the dark secrets that lie behind their practices. She learns that the cult is involved in human trafficking, and that they are using young women like Jess to sell drugs and sex to wealthy clients. Jess is horrified by what she discovers, and she knows that she must do something to stop the cult from continuing to harm innocent people.

However, Jess's efforts to expose the cult are not without their challenges. The High Priest is a powerful and ruthless man, and he will stop at nothing to protect the secrets of the cult. Jess is also facing opposition from some of the cult members, who are loyal to the High Priest and believe that what they are doing is right.

Despite these obstacles, Jess is determined to stop the cult. She works tirelessly to gather evidence against the High Priest and the cult members, and she is aided by Leo, who is also investigating the murder that took place place on the Downs.

As the investigation progresses, Jess and Leo begin to develop a romantic relationship, which adds another layer of complexity to the mystery. Jess is torn between her love for Leo and her loyalty to the cult, and she is not sure who she can trust.

Meanwhile, the High Priest is becoming increasingly desperate to protect the secrets of the cult. He has sent his followers out to kill anyone who gets too close to the truth, and he has even begun to target Jess and Leo themselves.

In the end, Jess and Leo are able to expose the cult's secrets and bring them to justice. Jess is able to escape the cult with her life, and Leo is able to save Jess's life. The High Priest is captured and sentenced to life in prison.

The series ends with Jess and Leo living happily together, and Jess is finally able to find peace and closure in her life. The Children of the White Horse are no longer a threat to the community, and Jess is able to move on with her life.

In conclusion, "The Children of the White Horse" is a thrilling and suspenseful whodunnit series that explores the dark and mysterious world of a secretive valley commune. The series features a detective as sharp as his suits and a heroine who is trouble, and it is fast-paced and funny. The series is filled with mystery, suspense, and romance, and it is sure to keep you entertained from beginning to end.

\n Weight: 306g\n
Dimension: 131 x 197 x 30 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780008422615\n \n