Past Praying For
By Aline Templeton
A gripping British crime thriller full of twists!
‘An enjoyably macabre tale . . . a finely written and strongly characterised novel.’ Oxford Times
‘Templeton’s a considerable writer, both intelligent and intuitive.’ Literary Review
Reverend Margaret Moon arrives in Stretton Noble expecting nothing more challenging than middle-class complacency. The village seems picture-perfect — until her brother Robert, a forensic psychologist, visits and senses the dark undercurrents beneath its polished surface.
Someone in this peaceful community harbours a childhood trauma so devastating it has shattered their mind. And now they’re ready to make others pay.
It begins with petty vandalism — strange objects left in homes, belongings destroyed, rooms torn apart. But the attacks quickly escalate to poison pen letters dripping with hatred, then arson that claims an innocent life.
When Margaret and Robert become targets themselves, they’re forced into the heart of a deadly game. Using their combined expertise — her pastoral insight and his psychological training — they race to unmask a killer whose tragic past has twisted them into something monstrous.
But in a village where everyone has secrets, can they identify the broken soul behind the violence before more blood is shed?
Some wounds run too deep for healing. Some people are past praying for . . .
This suspenseful, twisty crime thriller is perfect for fans of Barbara Vine, Minette Waters and Susan Hill.
PRAISE FOR ALINE TEMPLETON:
‘A creepy combination of detective and gothic.’ Sunday Post, Dundee
‘A tense and atmospheric thriller, which builds up to a crescendo of superb suspense . . . An engrossing tale of tragedy.’ Bolton Evening News
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It was gripping and fast paced and kept me guessing all the way.’ Elizabeth B.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I found this book compelling from start to finish.’ Jacqui
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A very satisfying and thought provoking read.’ Kindle Customer
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