The quiet charm of the rural village of Ashmarsh is shattered once more by the mysterious and sudden death of a young woman. The coroner's report suggests a simple case of misadventure, but DCI Cunningham senses something amiss. Renowned for his skill of unraveling mysteries, he joins forces with his insightful new partner, DS Greg Armstrong, to conduct a covert investigation that promises to uncover more than meets the eye.Tension mounts as Cunningham stumbles upon a serious clerical oversight, a discovery that promises to turn the case on its head. This revelation propels him to challenge authority, igniting the official pursuit of justice.Step into the world of two detectives, whose differing methods clash yet create a powerful unity. Their relentless pursuit of truth pulls them deeper into the intricate and unsettling mystery enveloping Ashmarsh, exposing secrets some would kill to keep hidden. Will they untangle the truth in time, or will the darkness lurking beneath the village surface remain concealed? Follow their gripping journey and become entangled in a world of suspense where nothing is as it seems.