A Slowly Dying Cause

Michael Lobb is found dead in his family's workshop, with suspicions rising due to his opposition to a land deal with Cornwall EcoMining. Inspector Beatrice Hannaford uncovers layers of estrangement, leading to new suspicions. Enter Kayla, a young widow, and detectives Thomas Lynley and Barbara Havers, who are called in to solve the crime. In a community already rife with mistrust, the investigation delves deep into family secrets and the search for justice.