Episode #1.2

Teenage girl Laura Kirkham vanishes, and her parents immediately point the finger at their former gardener. Cooper and Fry investigate, though Cooper is distracted by the five-year anniversary of his father's death, while Fry continues to receive those unwanted messages.

If you're after ninety minutes of tension, suspense, and some genuine intrigue, this more than fits the bill. It's top-notch viewing. I'm going to say this is the best show on the box right now - the first in a long while that's become must-watch TV.

It's well paced, and unlike many detective-duo, ninety-minute dramas, there's no lull and no ultra-complex plot that has you reaching for the Lucozade. The opening minutes grab hold straight away - gripping, atmospheric, and worthy of a low-budget horror film.

The previous episode flirted with the occult, and this one dips its toe again. I really enjoyed the whole Black Dog theory - local folklore, dismissed as hogwash by our Leeds detective - it's very nicely done.

I like how the dynamic between the leads is developing. He's beginning to trust her; it's not quite mutual yet, but there's a definite softening. Diane isn't going to make many local friends if she carries on, though - a bit chippy with people, and clearly frightened. Mandip Gill is doing a fine job.

The story is very enjoyable, and the various arcs slot in naturally without ever feeling pushed on us.

I can't wait for episode three.

8.5/10.