This Thing of Darkness

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A hanged man, a stolen painting, and an impossible crime unfold when a marine engineer is discovered hanged in a locked apartment. Artwork vanishes only to be mysteriously returned, and a security guard is found dead at the base of a Welsh cliff. When Fiona Griffiths is assigned to review cold cases, her superiors expect nothing significant. However, she uncovers the truth behind a seemingly impossible robbery, a suspicious suicide, and a likely murder. Fiona soon finds herself deep in the most harrowing case of her career, pushing her mental resilience to its limits as she navigates a dark and dangerous path. Praise for the series highlights its precision plotting, unique setting, and the complexity of its protagonist. Critics have called it a standout police procedural, featuring a likable and unconventional detective, and have noted the series as a compelling addition to the crime genre. Fiona Griffiths is described as an original character, making the series appealing to fans of authors like Angela Marsons, Peter James, and Ann Cleeves. Each installment can be enjoyed on its own or in sequence, ensuring an engaging experience for readers seeking a gripping crime thriller series.