: Where Vera scatters her father's ashes in this episode.

(David Leon): Vera’s younger, loyal sergeant who acts as her "surrogate son".

: The episode explores hidden secrets, teenage blackmail, and illicit affairs within a small community. Cast & Characters

: Includes DC Holly Lawson (Wunmi Mosaku) and Dr. Billy Cartwright (Paul Ritter). Filming Locations

"" is the debut episode of the British crime drama Vera , which first aired on May 1, 2011. Based on the novel by Ann Cleeves, it introduces Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope (played by Brenda Blethyn) and her partner Sergeant Joe Ashworth. Episode Overview

The series is known for its atmospheric use of the Northumberland landscape.

: 15-year-old Luke Armstrong, found strangled in a bathtub strewn with wildflowers, and young teacher Lily Marsh, discovered in a rock pool similarly surrounded by flowers.