Dancing With the Virgins
A psychological thriller steeped in dark secrets
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:18th Mar '02
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In Dancing with the Virgins, detectives unravel a chilling murder mystery set in the Derbyshire Peak District, filled with dark secrets and historical intrigue.
Set against the haunting backdrop of the Derbyshire Peak District, Dancing with the Virgins continues the gripping narrative established in Stephen Booth's debut, Black Dog. This psychological thriller plunges readers into a chilling mystery, where the discovery of a woman's body among ancient stones sends shockwaves through the community. The eerie setting of the Nine Virgins cairns adds a layer of historical intrigue to the modern tragedy unfolding within its shadows.
As winter descends, the moors grow colder, and the tension escalates. Detectives DS Fry and DC Cooper find themselves entangled in a web of secrets, each suspect harboring their own dark past. The investigation reveals a tapestry of motives, but the detectives struggle to connect the dots, as the true reasons behind the peculiar behavior of the locals seem rooted in a long-buried crime. The narrative expertly weaves together past and present, creating an atmosphere thick with suspense.
In Dancing with the Virgins, the stakes are high, and the quest for truth becomes increasingly urgent. Readers will be captivated by the intricate plot and the psychological depth of the characters. As the detectives delve deeper into the mystery, they must confront not only the secrets of the moors but also their own demons. This addictive police procedural promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.
‘Another first-rate mystery … Booth is particularly good at creating credible characters’ Sunday Telegraph
‘Includes several sinuous turns and surprises’ Scotsman
‘On this form, Booth could soon be up there with the likes of Reginald Hill. If you read only one new crime writer this year, he’s your man’ Yorkshire Post
ISBN: 9780006514336
Dimensions: 178mm x 111mm x 34mm
Weight: 300g
576 pages