Wycliffe & The Tangled Web

A Missing Woman. A Town Full of Secrets.

Wycliffe & The Tangled Web by W.J. Burley is a tightly woven, atmospheric crime novel featuring the quietly tenacious Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe. When a young woman named Alice Hickey vanishes without a trace from the Cornish town of Moresk, Wycliffe is called in to investigate what initially appears to be a simple case of disappearance.

But nothing in Moresk is as straightforward as it seems. As Wycliffe delves into Alice’s life, he discovers a complex web of lies, rivalries, and hidden relationships. Everyone in the town seems to have something to hide—from her enigmatic fiancé to her estranged family. As the investigation deepens, Wycliffe must untangle the threads of deceit before the truth is buried forever.

When the Past Won’t Stay Buried

With his trademark calm persistence and psychological insight, Wycliffe uncovers the darkness lurking beneath a seemingly peaceful community. Wycliffe & The Tangled Web is a compelling mystery filled with suspense, moral complexity, and Burley’s sharp eye for character and setting.

Perfect for fans of classic British detective fiction and slow-burning whodunits, this novel is a testament to W.J. Burley’s skill in crafting intelligent, satisfying crime stories.