In the second John Tedesco mystery, following on from the acclaimed debut The Cage, we find a heartbroken Tedesco returning to Rhyminster to be confronted by the tragic death of a volunteer guide who fell from the cathedral tower in suspicious circumstances.
The Bishop of Rhyminster and his wife Hilary are enjoying a long overdue break in Venice when they have a chance encounter with Oliver Canford, a flamboyant tour guide who is staying at the same hotel.
Exploring themes of love, loss, and personal transformation, this collection features eleven short stories with diverse characters facing various life challenges. In "A Salisbury Tendresse," Stephen and Joanna embark on a tentative romantic journey. Other narratives include Maureen's fight against small-town changes, a couple finding joy amid the pandemic, and Rex's battle with grief. Additional characters range from a nostalgic rock musician to university friends reminiscing about their past, culminating in a bonus story featuring beloved characters from the John Tedesco series.
A controversial new bishop arrives at Rhyminster with a clearly stated mission to attack the Woke culture , his every pronouncement stirring up a hornet's nest.