Lies Sleeping

The Faceless Man, Martin Chorley, has been unmasked but remains at large, wanted for numerous crimes including murder, fraud, and crimes against humanity. The Metropolitan Police, alongside other agencies, launches an unprecedented joint operation with Peter Grant playing a crucial role in this high-stakes pursuit. However, Chorley is far from defeated; he's orchestrating the final stages of a nefarious plan with roots steeped in London's two thousand years of tumultuous history. A plan that threatens to bring the city to its very knees.

As Peter delves deeper into the investigation, he's forced to confront painful personal betrayals and forge unexpected alliances. To thwart Chorley, he must reconcile with his former colleague Lesley May, who previously suffered a gruesome betrayal and turned rogue. The uneasy alliance with Lesley is fraught with tension and distrust, yet essential to prevent the cataclysm looming over their beloved city.

Moreover, Peter must come to terms with the enigmatic and dangerous Mr Punch, a supernatural entity embodying chaos and malevolence. The stakes have never been higher, and every revelation could tip the balance between salvation and catastrophe for London.

With Aaronovitch's masterful storytelling, Lies Sleeping weaves a rich narrative brimming with suspense, imaginative magic, and meticulous attention to the historicity of London. It pulls readers into a world where the supernatural converges with the procedural intricacies of police work, offering a thrilling adventure that leaves a lasting impression. This latest chapter in the Rivers of London series is a must-read for fans and newcomers alike, promising a compelling and satisfying journey through the heart of London’s mystical underbelly.