Lost on the Norfolk Broads: A gripping British crime mystery

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A cold winter's day by the River Bure. DCI Greg Geldard is waiting for DS Chris Mathews to respond to his proposal of marriage - when her phone rings. It's the Chief Superintendent. One of Norfolk Police's protected witnesses has come within an inch of being killed. Someone leaked his location . . . someone inside the force. But Geldard's troubles are only beginning. In Great Yarmouth, a terraced house erupts in flames. Inside, firefighters find a woman's body padlocked inside a cupboard. Her husband has vanished. Along with their two young children. On paper, the case is open and shut. Find the husband, and you've found the killer. Then a body is pulled from the river - and the investigation is thrown wide open. A traitor on his team. Two frightened children still in danger. Geldard must race against the clock to stop a killer who's close than he thinks. Please note this book was previously published as Beyond Closed Doors. This gripping detective mystery full of twists and turns is perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, Elly Griffiths, Peter May, Matt Brolly and Joy Ellis. Praise for Heather Peck: 'An astounding tale that is guaranteed to keep you entertained to the very last page.' Featz Reviews 'Highly recommended for all lovers of crime fiction set in Norfolk.' Bittern Books READERS LOVE THE DETECTIVE GELDARD MYSTERIES: 'Well-written and well-researched. A thoroughly good read.' Bittern Books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Edge of the seat stuff ' Sue F. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I love everything about Heather's books, she's never disappointed yet.' Paula L. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Heather Peck does it again.' Lozzie ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolutely addictive, heart racing and unputdownable crime thriller.' Bookworm86 THE DETECTIVE DI Greg Geldard is an outsider in more ways than one. When his latest case takes him to Norfolk, he's finally found a place he can call home. Although impatient with paperwork and dismissive of inter-agency politics, he's a natural leader, hardworking, insightful and above all, willing to listen. Still reeling from a painful divorce, he has begun a tentative romance with DS Chris Matthews. But a relationship with a fellow police officer is fraught with difficulties. THE SETTING Norfolk, as Geldard often observes, seems to have more water than land. Bordered by vast, empty beaches, it is home to the unique environment of the Broads; a network of navigable rivers and man-made lakes which date from medieval times. This wetland landscape is known for its open skies, vast waterways, and diverse wildlife. Norfolk also has some of the richest farming land in the UK, growing everything from cereals to asparagus. But this idyllic environment, as Geldard knows to his cost, can hide dark secrets.

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Format

Paperback

ISBN-13

9781805737698

Publisher

Joffe Books Ltd

Published

July 16, 2026

Pages

290

Weight

9.1 oz

Subject

Fiction