It had taken him less than a minute to become a killer. When the lifeless body of a homeless man is discovered, strangled in a brutal act of violence, Detective Sergeant Geraldine Steel is immediately struck by the calculated and ruthless nature of the crime. Then when a second murder unfolds, it becomes evident that a sinister killer is on the loose—a perpetrator whose motives remain as enigmatic as they are deadly. In the face of scepticism, Geraldine refuses to waver in her pursuit of the truth. Determined and steadfast, she embarks on an investigation that will lead her down unexpected paths, delving deep into the lives of three individuals entangled in a toxic triangle of love and deceit. With each step closer to the heart of the mystery, she unearths shocking revelations that nobody could have seen coming. The depths of darkness and deception in this case exceed anyone's expectations, and she must navigate treacherous paths to expose the unimaginable truth. Deathly Affair is a gripping and enthralling thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Leigh Russell skilfully weaves a web of suspense, drawing you into a world where nothing is as it seems. Fans of Angela Marsons, Mel Sherratt, and Karin Slaughter will be captivated by Geraldine Steel's relentless pursuit of justice.