Some secrets just won’t stay buried.
Arriving home from a routine day at work, Anna Cottrell has no idea that her life is about to change forever. But discovering the stabbed body of a stranger in her flat, then becoming prime suspect in a murder inquiry is only the beginning. Her persistent claims of innocence start to crumble when new evidence links her irrevocably with the victim…
Leading her first murder investigation, DCI Helen Lavery unravels a trail of deception, family secrets and betrayal. When people close to the Cottrell family start to disappear, Lavery is forced into a race against time. Can she catch the killer before he executes his ultimate victim?
Jane Isaac’s ‘An Unfamiliar Murder’ is a real page-turner. The way she weaves suspense and intrigue from the very first chapter makes it nearly impossible to put down!
Jane Isaac’s storytelling style, rich with unexpected twists and compelling characters, pulls you in and keeps you on the edge of your seat. You can practically feel the tension building with every turn of the page!
Anna’s journey is truly captivating—her struggles and discoveries seem to leap right off the page. The plot twists keep you on your toes, making you question everything you thought you knew.
It’s the kind of read that’s perfect for anyone who loves a mystery that keeps them guessing.



