Wycliffe And How To Kill A Cat

A Peaceful Town. A Brutal Crime. A Detective Who Sees Beneath the Surface.

Wycliffe and How to Kill a Cat by W.J. Burley is a compelling entry in the beloved Wycliffe series, blending classic detective work with subtle psychological insight. When the body of beautiful, mysterious actress Dawn Stoner is found in her seaside cottage, her death sends ripples through the quiet Cornish village of Moresk.

Dawn had a complicated past and no shortage of admirers—or enemies. Was her death a crime of passion, a calculated murder, or something far more sinister? Enter Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe, whose calm, methodical approach begins to unravel the secrets lurking behind the picturesque façades of village life.

In a Village Full of Secrets, Everyone Has Something to Hide

As Wycliffe digs deeper, he uncovers jealousy, betrayal, and long-held grudges, all while navigating the emotional undercurrents of a tight-knit community. With his usual quiet determination, he pieces together a chilling picture of the truth.

Wycliffe and How to Kill a Cat is perfect for fans of traditional British crime fiction, offering a satisfying blend of atmosphere, intrigue, and a detective who lets no detail slip by unnoticed.