The novel begins with the death of beloved parish councilor Barry Fairbrother. A seat on the council is vacant and a successor must be voted in, conflict ensues before the election for his successor. Factions develop, however those running for a place soon find their darkest secrets revealed on the Parish Council online forum, ruining their campaign and leaving the election in turmoil.
Who revealed their secret? And who will be the next parish councilor?
Find out in this lovely novel the casual vacancy by J.k Rowlings