The Sting of Death

It’s with mixed motives that Karen Slocombe’s cousin Penn pays her a visit. Not only does Penn want to renew contact with a relative but she is also looking for help with the disappearance of Justine another cousin. Drew Slocombe’s reputation for unravelling mysteries is widespread and Penn hopes he and Karen can be of assistance. Justine’s mother Roma Millan claims to be unconcerned at her daughter’s disappearance. Roma’s husband Laurie however believes otherwise although he is not aware of the family secrets that led to a five-year estrangement between Roma and Justine. Drew and his business partner Maggs enter into the investigation with scant enthusiasm at first. However when they encounter Detective Sergeant Den Cooper feelings become considerably stronger.