The headmistress of a Portsmouth school is found brutally murdered on an old structure in the middle of Langstone Harbour. Discovered with the victim is a note with the words ‘Have you forgotten ME?’ scrawled on it and a wad of money covered in honey, and wrapped in a five-pound note.The victim is Jessica Langley, a steely, determined woman who made enemies on her path to success. But did any of them hate her enough to want her dead?All the evidence points to a killer who wants to leave a very particular message.Detective Andy Horton of Portsmouth CID is on the case and it is a race against time to piece together the clues and stop the killer. With the clock ticking and Superintendent Uckfield pressing for results, Horton is forced to make a decision that will put his life on the line.This absolutely gripping detective mystery is perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, Joy Ellis, and Rachel McLean.THE DETECTIVEDI Andy Horton’s mum walked out on him when he was a child and he grew up in children’s home. Now he lives onboard his yacht in Southsea Marina. He rides a Harley-Davidson and never wears a suit or tie — unless it’s to go to court. He’s an instinctive copper and a man of contrasts, which often lands him in trouble with his bosses. He has a desperate need to belong, and yet is always just on the outside. Self-contained, afraid to show his feelings, but he’s a risk-taker that seeks justice.THE SETTINGPortsmouth boasts a vibrant waterfront, a diverse multicultural population, an international port, a historic dockyard, and is home of the Royal Navy. Portsmouth Harbour is one of the busiest in the world — and one of the best places to hide a body, it seems. Set against the backdrop of the sea, the Solent area of Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight is every detective’s worst nightmare. The sea is ever-changing and often the best clues get swept away by the tide.
