The Scene of the Crime

The husband of a prominent and infamously ruthless barrister is found in horrific condition after a robbery and brutal assault. Now in a coma, a major investigation is launched using the newly formed, experimental Metropolitan Police Serious Crime Analysis Unit.

Lynne Russell is an experienced CSI with degrees in psychology and criminology, boasting an exceptional Master's in Investigative Psychology and Behaviour Analysis. But Lynne's first job as team leader of MSCAN is entirely new to her: to bring together a team of three trusted officers.

The four of them have dealt with every kind of murder and major crime scene. Their expertise ranges from forensic DNA to blood spatter analysis, digital forensics, and beyond.

Now they must piece together the complex puzzle at the heart of this brutal crime. If it was a robbery gone horrifically wrong, what was so important to have been stolen?

Like with any new police department, there is immense pressure for instant results. One careless decision, one wrong accusation from Lynne or her team, and their superiors would be all too happy to close down MSCAN for good.

The Scene of the Crime by Lynda La Plante uncovers the intricate challenges faced by this innovative team as they strive to solve a crime that could make or break them.