The Flight (4) (Coroner Jenny Cooper series)

Dive into a gripping mystery with M.R. Hall's *The Flight*, the fourth installment in the enthralling Coroner Jenny Cooper series. When Flight 189 tragically crashes into the Severn Estuary, Coroner Jenny Cooper is faced with a complex and emotionally charged investigation that quickly spirals beyond a simple air disaster. Beyond the wreckage of the high-tech aircraft, Jenny's investigation unearths unsettling questions. The body of a lone sailor, seemingly sunk by the plane, surfaces alongside that of Amy Patterson, a ten-year-old girl who was a passenger on the doomed flight. Amy's largely unmarked body presents a chilling enigma: how did she survive the initial impact only to die hours later? As a massive, highly secretive operation commences to recover vital clues from the shattered remains of Flight 189, Jenny's relentless pursuit of truth clashes with powerful forces eager to bury uncomfortable realities. She begins to question the seemingly impossible: how could a technologically advanced plane, virtually impervious to human error, experience such a catastrophic failure? What connects the elite passengers who were on board the ill-fated flight? Driven by Amy's grieving mother's desperate plea for answers and facing staunch opposition from the highest echelons of government, Jenny finds herself in a race against time. She must unravel the intricate web of secrets surrounding the crash before a similar tragedy can strike again. Hall expertly crafts a suspenseful narrative that explores themes of government cover-ups, corporate greed, and the human cost of technological hubris. Readers praise Hall's ability to create believable and compelling characters, particularly Jenny Cooper, whose determination and empathy shine through even in the darkest of circumstances. *The Flight* is more than just a crime novel; it's a thought-provoking exploration of morality, justice, and the lengths to which powerful entities will go to protect their interests. Perfect for fans of authors like Patricia Cornwell and Kathy Reichs, this page-turner will keep you guessing until the very last page. Expect twists, turns, and a deeply satisfying resolution as Jenny Cooper navigates the treacherous landscape of power and deception to uncover the shocking truth behind Flight 189. With 448 pages of meticulously crafted suspense, this Pan Books paperback edition is a must-read for any mystery enthusiast. This is crime fiction at its best, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and technological uncertainty.