Vera creator drops major DCI Stanhope bombshell - and fans are devastated
Vera creator Ann Cleeves has made a sad career announcement - and fans are devastated.
Brenda Blethyn says 'it was time' for Vera to come to an end
Vera enthusiasts have been left in despair after Ann Cleeves, the mind behind Vera and its beloved protagonist, Detective Vera Stanhope, delivered a sorrowful announcement concerning her career.
The celebrated author disclosed that the upcoming book will conclude the series that has captivated fans for years.
Ann Cleeves dropped the unexpected revelation about DCI Stanhope's fate during her appearance at the Bath Literature Festival, stating: "There will only be one more Vera novel," subsequently hinting with a playful comment: "But I probably won't kill her off!"
Adding a dose of drama, Ann quipped: "Well, that was a bombshell, wasn't it?"
Devastated followers have since flooded social media with their dismay, echoing sentiments of disbelief and sadness across platforms like Facebook fan pages with responses such as "Oh no!" and pleas like "She can't do that," reports Chronicle Live.
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Questions swirl among fans regarding the future of Vera books, as one inquires: "Does this mean there will be no more Vera books?" while another sceptically responds: "She won't be able to do it."
One devotee expressed their adoration for Ann's work alongside an emotive crying emoji: "I love all of her books."
Earlier this year, Brenda Blethyn's final portrayal as Vera Stanhope left fans in tears but also revealed the actress's aspiration to dedicate more time to her family, despite her openness to reprise the iconic role for a special feature in the future.
The actress confessed, "It was a lovely summer back in 2023, and I came to realise I hadn't had a summer with my husband for 14 years," reflecting on the time spent away from her loved ones.
She added, "Naturally, I missed my family, and my dog Jack, although he was with me in the North East."
Despite enjoying the company of her co-stars, she admitted, "But working all day meant our time together was short. I love my Vera family, but I love my other family too."
