For Reasons Unknown

Two murders. Twenty years. Now the killer is back for more... <p>DCI Matilda Darke has returned to work after a nine month absence. A shadow of her former self, she is tasked with re-opening a cold case: the terrifyingly brutal murders of Miranda and Stefan Harkness. The only witness was their eleven-year-old son, Jonathan, who was too deeply traumatized to speak a word.</p> <p>Then a dead body is discovered, and the investigation leads back to Matilda's case. Suddenly the past and present converge, and it seems a killer may have come back for more...</p> <p> A darkly compelling debut crime novel, this is the start of a brilliant series, perfect for fans of Louise Penny and Val McDermid. </p> Praise for Michael Wood: <p>‘Crackling dialogue, dark wit and an exciting ending’ Mark Edwards</p> <p>‘DCI Matilda Darke is going places’ James Oswald</p> <p>‘I really enjoyed getting to know DCI Matilda Darke’ Robert Bryndza</p> <p>‘A beautifully written book with a dark heart and a secret that impacts on generations’ Sarah Ward</p> <p>‘A skilfully crafted and compelling debut that hooks from the off and will keep you guessing until the final page’ M.R. Hall</p> <p>‘Gripping, sad and unexpected’ Alex Marwood</p>