North Yorkshire, 1950s another tale from the Man from the Pru - Matthew, at home with a broken leg, is asked to edit Micklesfields new village magazine, as well as looking after some of his clients from home. The task of producing the magazine, looking after the house and attending to his intriguing list of clients certainly keeps him busy whilst on sick leave from the Premier Assurance Association...
After Constable Nick of Aidensfield and Heartbeat fame's retirement, he helped create a small private police force of monk-constables serving Maddleskirk Abbey and its adjoining college.
Exploring the life of Father Nicholas Postgate, this book highlights his compassionate mission in the North York Moors, where he earned the title 'The Good Samaritan of the Moors.' Known for his selfless generosity, he traveled extensively on foot, offering food, clothing, and spiritual support to those in need, regardless of their background. His commitment to understanding and empathizing with the impoverished communities he served showcases a profound dedication to faith and humanity.
Matthew and Evelyn have now bought their new home - and are worried about the cost of maintaining it. So there's no alternative but to work harder than ever before. But the business is expanding, sufficiently so to have an office at the new house. Life is hard but happy, until a chance encounter threatens to remove Matthew from his livelihood.
Detective Inspector Montague Pluke, of CID, is England's most superstitious police officer. With crime at its lowest level for years, he decides to conduct a cold-case review. Could an undetected mass-murderer be operating in Crickledale?