The Heron's Cry: A Detective Matthew Venn Novel (Matthew Venn series, Book 2) By Ann Cleeves

Ann Cleeves, renowned for Vera and Shetland, unveils "The Heron's Cry," the second book in the Matthew Venn series, an instant New York Times bestseller. Louise Penny praises Matthew Venn as a complex and daring character, setting the stage for another captivating mystery.

In the idyllic North Devon, amid a rare hot summer, Detective Matthew Venn is summoned to a rural crime scene at an artist collective's home. The murder of Dr. Nigel Yeo, fatally stabbed with his daughter's shattered glassblower vase, unravels a perplexing mystery. Dr. Yeo, seemingly an unlikely victim, raises questions that hit close to home when Venn discovers a connection to his husband's close friend.

As another body surfaces, killed in a similar fashion, Venn navigates a web of lies and secrets within his community. The case becomes dangerously personal, challenging Venn to tread carefully through the complexities of relationships and unmask the darkness lurking beneath the surface.

Kirkus Reviews commends Cleeves for crafting a complex mystery full of surprises, showcasing her formidable talents in character-driven exploration.

"The Heron's Cry" not only highlights Venn's investigative prowess but also delves into the intricacies of human flaws and relationships, solidifying Ann Cleeves as a master storyteller in the crime genre. 📚❤️