Wednesday’s Child
Wednesday’s Child by Peter Robinson is a gripping narrative published by Pan in 2001, featuring 357 pages in English. This edition presents a complex tale that intertwines the abduction of a young girl with haunting memories of past crimes, specifically the Moors Murders. As Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks delves into the case, he uncovers a chilling connection between the abduction and a grisly murder at an abandoned mine, setting the stage for a tense investigation.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of the psychological and procedural aspects of crime-solving as Banks navigates the disturbing realities of child abduction and potential ritualistic abuse. The story unfolds through the lens of both the victims and the detectives, highlighting the intricate dynamics of authority and fear. With themes rooted in mystery and police procedural elements, this edition of Wednesday’s Child offers a compelling look into the darker sides of human nature and the relentless pursuit of justice.
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Shortlisted For The Edgar Allan Poe Award 1995 For Inspector Banks and Superintendent Gristhorpe the abduction of a young girl brings back dreadful memories of the Moors Murders When two social workers, investigating reports of child abuse, appear at Brenda Scupham’s door, her fear of authority leads her to comply meekly with their requests. Even when they say that they must take her seven-year-old daughter Gemma away for tests… It is only when they fail to return Gemma the following day that Brenda realises something has gone terribly wrong. Particularly worrying is the calculated manner of the abduction, and the fact that one of the ‘social workers’ was a woman. For Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks ritual Satanic abuse is a dreadful possibility. At the same time, Banks is investigating a particularly grisly murder at the site of an abandoned mine. Gradually, the leads in the two cases converge, guiding Banks to one of the most truly terrifying villains he will ever meet.
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