" Gripping and atmospheric, 'The Long Call' is a debut detective novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. From the acclaimed author of the Two Rivers series, this is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and mysteries.

Detective Matthew Venn is a complex and intriguing protagonist, struggling to find his place in the world after a traumatic event in his past. When a murder takes place in the small town of North Devon, Venn is drawn back to his hometown and must confront his demons in order to uncover the truth.

As Venn delves deeper into the case, he is thrown into a world of intrigue and deception, where nothing is as it seems. With his keen observational skills and nuanced understanding of human nature, Venn must navigate a complex web of relationships and motives to uncover the killer's identity.

Atmospheric and suspenseful, 'The Long Call' is a masterclass in slow-burning tension and clever plotting. With its evocative setting and intricate storyline, this is a novel that will appeal to fans of Tana French and Ann Cleeves. And now, the show is being adapted into a major ITV series, starring Ben Aldridge as Detective Venn. Don't miss out on this thrilling and thought-provoking read."