Honey-Dew
(Author) Louise DoughtyThe last thing anyone would expect in a small, rural village is murder - let alone the horrific double murder of a respectable middle-aged local couple. During one of the hottest summers England has ever seen, the two are brutally stabbed to death. Their teenage daughter is missing. Alison, a young local reporter, is asked to cover the murders. But it isn't long before it emerges that she has one or two dark secrets of her own - secrets in her past even she is not aware of...
Louise Doughty
Louise Doughty is a British author known for her gripping psychological thrillers and thought-provoking novels. Her most notable works include "Apple Tree Yard," which was adapted into a successful television series, and "Black Water," a novel exploring the aftermath of a political scandal. Doughty's writing style is characterized by its sharp prose, complex characters, and compelling storytelling. She has made significant contributions to the genre of contemporary fiction, addressing themes of power, betrayal, and morality in her work. "Apple Tree Yard" remains her most famous work, showcasing Doughty's talent for crafting suspenseful and morally ambiguous narratives.