Past Reason Hated Robinson, Peter

A woman is found murdered in her home two days before Christmas, and the scene is almost theatrical — classical music playing, candles burning, blood on the carpet. Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks arrives to find a tangled web of jealousy, obsession, and secrets in a quiet Yorkshire town. The victim's lover is the obvious suspect, but as Banks digs deeper, he uncovers a past that refuses to stay buried. Robinson writes procedural mysteries with psychological depth, balancing careful police work with genuine emotion. The Yorkshire setting is cold and atmospheric, the characters flawed and believable. If you like Kate Atkinson or Tana French, this will hit the spot.