The Fire Baby

The Fire Baby by Jim Kelly, published by Penguin Adult on June 2, 2005, is a gripping tale set against the backdrop of a plane crash in the Cambridgeshire fens during the summer of 1976. The story begins with young Maggie Beck emerging from the flames, clutching a baby, and unfolds decades later when investigative journalist Philip Dryden witnesses Maggie’s deathbed confession while visiting his wife in the hospital. What initially appears to be a simple story about the sole survivor of a nearly forgotten tragedy quickly evolves into a complex murder investigation.

Readers will find themselves immersed in a narrative that intertwines mystery and suspense as Dryden delves deeper into Maggie’s secrets. The plot thickens as he grapples with the implications of her confession while his wife, in a semi-conscious state, attempts to communicate vital information that could alter the course of events. This edition spans 352 pages and is presented in English, offering a compelling exploration of crime and amateur sleuthing that will engage fans of the genre.