A missing woman. A cold case. A dark secret, buried deep beneath the Yorkshire Dales. I’m delighted that The Fells, the first in my Detectives Donovan and Young series, is now available to pre-order.

The books are rooted in the unique landscape of the Yorkshire Dales, a place of hills and valleys, waterfalls and rivers, drystone walls and ruined barns, deep, dark caves and windswept limestone pavements. Farming and lead mining have shaped these remote hills throughout history. The area is renowned for walking, caving and fell-running, and Wensleydale cheese! Its spectacular natural beauty makes it a magnet for tourists. But what secrets lie buried beneath these rolling green hills?

I’ve so enjoyed writing about Leo Donovan and Shan Young. Partnered here for the first time, their friendship quickly develops, stemming from shared values, mutual respect and growing affection. They have each other’s backs, make each other laugh. Their job can be harrowing but they look forward every day to working together.