Deadly Summer: A gripping crime thriller of lies, obsession and murder

During an intense summer heatwave, detectives Sam Freeman and Jenny Newcombe investigate the death of a wealthy woman found at the foot of her stairs on an exclusive estate. Initially appearing accidental, forensic evidence suggests foul play. The victim, Hannah Gillespie, came from a complicated blended family. She and her new husband George each brought adult children to their marriage, creating tension within the household. Not all family members have solid alibis. When past disappearances are mentioned, even Hannah becomes a subject of scrutiny. A second woman is then murdered in the same manner. As the detectives investigate further, they discover financial irregularities, altered wills, and long-standing grudges among family members. Multiple people had reasons for anger and potential motives. With time pressure mounting, Sam and Jenny must work through layers of deception and betrayal to identify the killer before another death occurs.