Perfect Remains by Helen Fields


DI Luc Callahan is assigned the case of Elaine Buxton, which is rapidly changing status from missing to murdered. He is battling his demons which are life altering for him and he tries, with every single fibre of his being, to escape its shadow, but he can't. He's partnered with the brilliant DI Ava Turner. They form a reluctant team at first but she is the only one to welcome him and make him feel part of the force. The case takes so many turns that when the conclusion arrives it does smack you in the face with shock.


I can't remember what I was searching for but I came across this book's recommendation. It's intriguing to say the least! Helen Fields has written each character brilliantly and you start rooting for them. For Luc, for Ava and for Natasha. The madman who kills women and the things he does to them, show how far obsession can really take a person.

The book starts interestingly enough and it slowly introduces you to the layers of these characters. They are as intriguing as the plot and you want to know more about both. It does slow down a bit around at 50% mark but I would say it does well leading to the conclusion and the loose ends are tied up nicely. In saying that, the book should come with trigger warnings of violence, stalking and abuse.

There are many books in the DI Callanach series and I aim to read all of them because I did like this one. Also I do want to know what happens with Luc and Ava as it feels like a very slow burn with a potential to turn into a relationship. Read this one if you haven't, you'll like it.

I give it a 3.75/5

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