Murder Mile
(Author) Lynda La PlantePrime Suspect meets Ashes to Ashes as we see Jane Tennison starting out on her police career. The fourth in the bestselling Jane Tennison thrillers, MURDER MILE is set at the height of the 'Winter of Discontent'. Can Jane Tennison uncover a serial killer? February, 1979, 'The Winter of Discontent'. Economic chaos has led to widespread strikes across Britain. Jane Tennison, now a Detective Sergeant, has been posted to Peckham Criminal Investigation Department, one of London's toughest areas. As the rubbish on the streets begins to pile up, so does the murder count: two bodies in as many days. There are no suspects and the manner of death is different in each case. The only link between the two victims is the location of the bodies, found within a short distance of each other near Rye Lane in Peckham. Three days later another murder occurs in the same area. Press headlines scream that a serial killer is loose on 'Murder Mile' and that police incompetence is hampering the investigation. Jane is under immense pressure to catch the killer before they strike again. Working long hours with little sleep, what she uncovers leaves her doubting her own mind.
Lynda La Plante
Lynda La Plante is a British author, screenwriter, and producer best known for her crime fiction novels and television dramas. She is the creator of the popular television series "Prime Suspect," which starred Helen Mirren as Detective Chief Inspector Jane Tennison. La Plante's writing is characterized by its gritty realism, strong female protagonists, and intricate plots. She has been praised for her meticulous research and attention to detail, which have helped to establish her as a leading figure in the crime genre. La Plante's work has had a significant impact on the crime fiction genre, inspiring other writers and filmmakers to create complex, character-driven stories. Her most famous work, "Prime Suspect," has won numerous awards and accolades, and is considered a classic of British television drama.