Missing, Presumed

Detective Sergeant Manon Bradshaw, a devoted but lonely officer on the verge of turning forty, finds her personal life intertwined with a high-profile missing persons case. The investigation centers on Edith Hind, a beautiful and well-connected Cambridge University student who vanishes just before Christmas, leaving behind a scene suggesting a struggle. As Manon delves into Edith's complex life, including her relationships and erratic behavior, the case becomes increasingly sensationalized by the media and complicated by potential secrets within Edith's family and social circle. The novel is a character-driven police procedural that explores the lives of those affected by the investigation, including Edith's mother, Miriam, and Manon's colleagues, such as the observant DC Davy Walker. While the mystery of Edith's disappearance drives the plot, Steiner skillfully weaves in Manon's personal struggles with online dating and her yearning for companionship, highlighting themes of loneliness, connection, and the search for truth. The narrative unfolds through multiple perspectives, offering a nuanced portrayal of the characters' motivations and the impact of the case on their lives, making it a compelling study of human nature within the framework of a gripping mystery.

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