The Scene of the Crime: The instant Sunday Times bestselling Richard and Judy book club pick from the Queen of Crime Drama (J

Lynda La Plante, the Sunday Times bestselling author and creator of the iconic Detective Jane Tennison, launches a gripping new crime series with The Scene of the Crime. Renowned as the 'Queen of Crime Drama,' La Plante introduces readers to the Metropolitan Police's newly formed, experimental Serious Crime Analysis Unit (MSCAN), an elite team of investigators tasked with tackling the most complex and brutal cases. This fresh police procedural series blends forensic detail, psychological insight, and relentless suspense, cementing La Plante’s status as the UK's most celebrated female crime author.

In the explosive first novel, MSCAN team leader Jessica Russell steps into uncharted territory. An experienced CSI with advanced degrees in psychology, criminology, and investigative behaviour analysis, she must assemble a handpicked trio of trusted officers. Their combined expertise spans forensic DNA, blood spatter analysis, and digital forensics. The case: the husband of a prominent, ruthlessly infamous barrister has been left comatose after a savage robbery and assault. As the team digs into the gruesome crime scene, a disturbing question emerges - if this was a robbery gone wrong, what was so important that it had to be stolen? The Scene of the Crime delivers a masterclass in modern crime fiction, perfect for fans of psychological thrillers and female-led detective series.