🎙️ 03. In the Beginning, Rachel Lynch created DI Kelly Porter

Meet the detective who started it all. In this episode, bestselling UK crime fiction author Rachel Lynch takes us deep into the origin story of her beloved DI Kelly Porter. From the windswept beauty of the UK’s Lake District to the gritty realities of crime, we unpack how Kelly was born, what drives her, and why readers can't get enough of her resilience, flaws, and fearless sense of justice.

Along with her co-host Kristy, Rachel reveals the personal inspirations behind Kelly, how she crafted a strong yet vulnerable female lead, and the challenges Kelly faces both on the job and at home. Plus, a sneak peek into the intense crimes Kelly’s up against—and why Dark Game is a must-read before next episode.

If you’ve ever wondered where a fictional icon begins, this one’s for you.

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