Who knows what happens behind closed doors?When the body of a young woman is discovered in a garden summerhouse, a police investigation into her murder is launched. The case, however, soon grows cold and questions are raised about its handling.

Having displayed a natural instinct for caring, Ashleigh James's future in childcare looked as hopeful and bright as her personality. So why was someone with such a good heart murdered?Behind the picture postcard reputation of the seaside resort of Clifton Sands, private investigator Stanley Messina is approached by a familiar face to unlock truths hidden in plain sight.

He is drawn into a web of deceit and lies of which Ashleigh found herself at the very centre. What were the secrets? Who was prepared to go as far as killing to keep them? One thing is for certain, this time for Stanley it's personal.

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Death Behind Closed Doors is a page-turning mystery that keeps readers guessing until the very end. It's the second in a series from British author, Jon Neal, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Richard Osman, JM Dalgleish, LJ Ross and Richard Coles.

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