The Shame
The Shame by Maureen Myant, published by Hobeck Books Limited on June 4, 2024, is a gripping exploration of mystery and suspense. This edition spans 370 pages and is presented in English. The narrative begins with the discovery of a skeleton in the cellar of a suburban bungalow in Glasgow, prompting Detective Inspector Alex Scrimgeour and Detective Sergeant Mark Nicholson to investigate a case that has remained buried for sixty years. As they delve into the past, they uncover connections to the deceased owners, Richard and Doris Cavendish, and their possibly living daughter.
Readers will find a complex interplay of personal and professional challenges as DS Mark Nicholson grapples with his own issues while pursuing the truth behind the remains found at the bungalow. The story also follows Edith Drummond, a dedicated teacher whose life takes a turn when the police visit her, raising questions about her past. As the investigation unfolds, the narrative weaves together elements of psychological thrillers and police procedurals, inviting readers to ponder the links between the two crimes and the secrets that may lie beneath the surface.
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The cellar of a suburban bungalow has been hiding a dark secret. During building work, a skeleton is uncovered. DI Alex Scrimgeour and DS Mark Nicholson soon discover the remains have been there for sixty years. The owners of the house from that time, Richard and Doris Cavendish, are dead, but their daughter may still be alive.
Edinburgh
Edith Drummond is pleased to be back at work as a teacher after lockdown. She’s a difficult woman with no friends but she’s good at her job and the children love her. However, her Head Teacher, Olivia Waring, wants her to retire. Edith is determined to stay put, but their feud soon pales into insignificance when Edith receives a visit from the police.
Mark is sure Edith is hiding something, but he doesn’t know what. His suspicion deepens when further remains are found at the bungalow in Glasgow, this time of a newborn baby. Despite dealing with his own personal problems, Mark is determined to get to the bottom of this bizarre case. Is there a link between the two crimes? Is the answer staring him in the face or is there more to the mystery than meets the eye?
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