Deadman's Pool

About the book

Uncovering a Mystery on St Helen's Island

When Ben Kitto makes a gruesome discovery on the remote island of St Helen's, he knows that a dangerous killer is at large. The young woman's body, buried near the ruins of an old isolation hospital, sends shivers down Kitto's spine as he delves deeper into the mysteries of the island.

With January storms raging, Kitto joins Father Michael on a pilgrimage to St Helen's, where they stumble upon unsettling clues that point to a sinister presence. The eerie atmosphere of the island, haunted by the ghosts of its past, fuels Kitto's determination to uncover the truth behind the brutal crime.

As they investigate further, Kitto and Father Michael stumble upon a chilling scene by the shore - a barbecue abandoned, hinting at a sinister gathering. It is Ben's loyal dog, Shadow, who ultimately uncovers the horrifying truth hidden beneath the sand: the body of a young Vietnamese woman, a victim of a merciless killer.

Stricken by the tragedy, Kitto vows to bring the perpetrator to justice, no matter the cost. The realization that the killer may strike again pushes Kitto to broaden his search, taking him beyond the confines of the island in pursuit of a ruthless adversary bent on destruction.

Enter the heart-pounding world of the Isles of Scilly Mysteries series, where danger lurks in the shadows and every twist reveals a new layer of deception. Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey as Kitto races against time to stop a killer in their tracks, before more lives are lost...