A Detective Bec Whitfield Mystery
Detective Bec Whitfield thought she'd found paradise in tropical Mission Beach—and maybe even love with charming local developer Jake Morrison. But when a three-year-old girl vanishes from a bush track and construction work in the town centre uncovers skeletal remains in concrete, Bec finds herself leading two investigations that will test everything she believes about her new home.
When Senior Detective Todd Davenport arrives to assist with the historical remains, his methodical approach forces Bec to examine details she's missed—including questions about people she's come to trust.
Is Jake protecting someone, or is Bec's judgment clouded by feelings she shouldn't have developed so quickly?
With a cyclone bearing down and evacuation orders imminent, Bec must untangle decades of secrets while a child's life hangs in the balance. In
Perfect for fans of Jane Harper and Candice Fox
Stories grounded in place, resilience, and the quiet strength of community.
Annie Seaton
Annie Seaton is an Australian author whose stories are shaped by place — from coastal communities to country towns and river landscapes. Her novels explore connection, resilience, and the quiet moments that define home.
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