There was a French movie a few years back and an American re-make with Jeff Bridges in the lead role which had a similar opening to this book but then went down a completely different path. I only mention this because it was such a gripping way to begin a story although how can a reader’s attention not be gripped by a new Roy Grace mystery anyway? Detective Superintendent Roy Grace and his friends, family and associates have become very real to me, and obviously, to thousands of others, over the years.
Niall Paternoster reports the baffling disappearance of his wife, Eden, to police who shortly thereafter, to his shock, arrest him on suspicion of her possible murder. Roy Grace, Glenn Branson and the team work tirelessly and efficiently as usual to solve the rather bizarre case, unearthing plenty of incriminating evidence along the way. There are lots of twists and turns and, of course, lots of entertaining reading to follow.
Very serious personal issues in Roy’s life arise and are dealt with and Cleo is by his side all the way. The odious Cassian Pewe is still the bane of his existence but for how much longer?
This is such a good series; the intriguing plots and beautifully drawn characters have made for compulsive reading over the years. Peter James is a master story teller (and he loves animals).
Left You Dead is now also an ITV drama starring John Simm as Roy Grace. If it is shown in Australia I would love to watch it. It seems Roy Grace has also been brought to the stage and wouldn’t that be fun to see?
To sum up: thrilling, intriguing and with a touch of very real sadness.
Published by Macmillan.
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