<p><strong>Detective Inspector George Beaumont is enjoying Christmas Day with his family when a haunting call disrupts the festivities.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As he navigates this complex investigation, the personal and professional collide dramatically. George must confront not only the methodical killer but also the possibility of a deep personal connection to the crimes, challenging his very principles as a detective.</p><p><br></p><p>With each twist, the stakes rise, immersing George in a relentless pursuit of truth amid a web of secrets and unexpected revelations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Shadows of the Past is the thirteenth book in the Detective George Beaumont thriller series, set in Leeds, West Yorkshire.</strong></p>