The Heron's Cry
By Ann Cleeves
- Release Date: 2021-09-07
- Genre: British Detectives
Description
Ann Cleeves—New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of the Vera and Shetland series, both of which are hit TV shows—returns with The Heron's Cry, the mesmerizing second book in the Matthew Venn series.
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!
“In Matthew Venn, Ann has created a complex, daring, subtle character.” —Louise Penny
"A complex mystery full of surprises . . . this character-driven exploration of people's darkest flaws is a sterling example of Cleeves' formidable talents." —Kirkus Reviews
North Devon is enjoying a rare hot summer with tourists flocking to its coastline. Detective Matthew Venn is called out to a rural crime scene at the home of a group of artists. What he finds is an elaborately staged murder--Dr Nigel Yeo has been fatally stabbed with a shard of one of his glassblower daughter's broken vases.
Dr. Yeo seems an unlikely murder victim. He's a good man, a public servant, beloved by his daughter. Matthew is unnerved, though, to find that she is a close friend of Jonathan, his husband.
Then another body is found--killed in a similar way. Matthew soon finds himself treading carefully through the lies that fester at the heart of his community and a case that is dangerously close to home.
DI Matthew Venn returns in The Heron's Cry, in Ann Cleeves powerful next novel, proving once again that she is a master of her craft.
Reviews
Heron’s Call
4By BpBonnieI very much like the protagonist in this story.So much heart.
5By scrabble tile tooBeautifully written, complex, and moving. I loved every moment of it.Too many bodies
3By LbnowAlthough I’ve enjoyed most of Ann Cleeves previous novels, for me this plot bordered on the ridiculous. As usual, it was almost impossible to keep the many characters straight. Sense of Place is the writer’s greatest strength, here as in her other books. Practically everybody seemed to be in danger from either murder or suicide. It resembled a typical episode of TV’s Midsomer Murders in that respect.CMK
5By cmk81352Great as always!The Heron’s Call
5By ArtymusicianOutstanding book that I greatly enjoyed reading!! I love the detective in this novel, and all the complicated relationships he brilliantly manages while being true to himself. It was a very well written story that kept me guessing until the end! Look forward to the next book in this series!Excellent
5By ledossSecond in this newest series and includes the familiar social instrospect of Ann Cleeves stories. As we move through the world of Inspector Matthew Venn, his foibles and expectations are addressed along with the lives and expectations of his team. Excellent read. Definite addition to your TBR list.