The Rising Tide (Vera Stanhope #10) – Ann Cleeves

DI Vera Stanhope returns in this atmospheric mystery set on Holy Island, where a group of old friends gathers for their traditional reunion.

When one of the guests is found hanged and another death follows, Vera must unravel decades of secrets, betrayals and grudges buried beneath the surface of a close-knit group. The Rising Tide is classic British crime from one of the genre's most respected authors.

Readers praise its intricate mystery and satisfying twists, strong sense of place and a well-drawn cast of suspects, with Vera as brilliantly distinctive as ever. A must for fans of the Vera TV series.

Perfect for readers who love

• Closed-circle mysteries
• Long-buried secrets
• British detective fiction
• Reunions gone wrong
• Small-community crime

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Series note

Book 10 of the Vera Stanhope series. It reads well as a standalone.

A trade paperback (2022) in Good condition: moderate wear, some page yellowing, all pages present.