Broken House

The truth never stays buried.

Lauren Shaw went missing ten years ago, her house left to rot. But new evidence shows that she didn't start a new life—someone ended it.

PC Lucy Halliday and her police dog Moss are called in as part of the search, and it doesn't take Moss long to track down human remains. DCI Jack Ellis leads the case, but their friendship is on a knife edge after he kept a huge secret from her. A secret about Lucy's own past. And one she can't ignore any longer.

A strange feeling hangs over the house—Lauren's husband never returned there. And her sister is desperately trying to hide something.

Can Lucy and Jack put their issues behind them and finally uncover the terrible truth about Broken House?

A dark and thrilling police procedural featuring dog handler PC Lucy Halliday. Perfect for fans of Jane Casey, Robert Bryndza, and Cara Hunter.

Praise for Broken House

'A masterful and disturbing journey into the heart of misogyny and the devastation wreaked on those who are trapped in its grasp. Bold and compelling' – Heather Critchlow

'Full of unexpected twists and heart-pounding moments, this series just gets better and better' – Cressida McLaughlin

'Broken House is both gripping and poignant. If you love well-crafted characters that leap off the page, detailed police procedurals with real bite and heart-in-the-mouth twists and turns, then this one is for you. I absolutely loved it! And am still completely in love with Moss. One to watch out for.' – Rachel Wolf

What readers are saying about Broken House

‘I got pulled into this story from the first page, and I did not want to put it down’

‘Louisa Scarr can do no wrong in my eyes!’

‘I love this series, Louisa Scarr is one of my favourite authors’

‘It was full of twists and turns, gripping, gritty, some nail-biting moments and unputdownable. More please!!’

‘Incredible book … Five stars for Broken House!’

‘Scarr delivers another tightly plotted, multi-layered story full of suspense, drama, and unexpected twists.’

‘Absolute perfection’

‘I absolutely love this series … Her books are gripping, keep you guessing and on edge’

‘Another great addition to this excellent series’