DCI VERA STANHOPE investigates the death of Jamie Thorne, a local lad whose body is found wrapped in plastic sheets at a rural teenage hang out.
Pathologist MARCUS SUMMER quickly identifies the cause of death as trauma to the cranium. But with no sign of a weapon, the only clues Vera has to work with are a crucifix found on the body, and ticket stubs for Pevensey's funfair in Jamie's pocket.