Kissing The Gunner's Daughter by Ruth Rendell

In this gripping psychological thriller, Inspector Wexford is drawn into a complex investigation following a brutal massacre at the home of a famous novelist and her family. As Wexford delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a tangled web of family secrets, betrayal, and hidden motives. The sole survivor, a teenage girl, holds the key to unraveling the mystery, but her trauma and the layers of deception surrounding her make the truth elusive. With masterful storytelling, the narrative explores themes of greed, ambition, and the dark undercurrents of human relationships, keeping readers on edge until the final revelation.