Description
In the aftermath of a brutal murder, the small town is left in shock as Marissa Fordham's lifeless body is discovered. Her daughter, however, clings to life amid the chaos, having been found at the scene, injured yet alive. This harrowing twist leaves Sheriff Nick Fourcade grappling with more than just the logistics of a crime scene; he now faces an emotional and moral dilemma as he strives to protect the child who has lost so much.
As he delves deeper into the investigation, clues emerge that suggest Marissa had secrets of her own, shrouded in mystery and deception. Each lead uncovers new layers of her life, revealing a web of connections that intertwines the townspeople in ways they never anticipated. Tensions rise as dangerous truths threaten to surface, pushing the town to the brink of hysteria.
Sheriff Fourcade finds himself not only racing against time to uncover the truth but also contending with his feelings towards the young survivor. The weight of responsibility grows heavier, as he must ensure her safety while battling the demons of the past that refuse to stay buried. As the pieces of the puzzle come together, he realizes that the path to justice may lead to more heartbreak.
With a gripping narrative that explores loss, resilience, and the darkness that can lurk beneath the surface, the story draws readers into a compelling world where the quest for answers is fraught with peril and where every secret could be the difference between life and death.
As he delves deeper into the investigation, clues emerge that suggest Marissa had secrets of her own, shrouded in mystery and deception. Each lead uncovers new layers of her life, revealing a web of connections that intertwines the townspeople in ways they never anticipated. Tensions rise as dangerous truths threaten to surface, pushing the town to the brink of hysteria.
Sheriff Fourcade finds himself not only racing against time to uncover the truth but also contending with his feelings towards the young survivor. The weight of responsibility grows heavier, as he must ensure her safety while battling the demons of the past that refuse to stay buried. As the pieces of the puzzle come together, he realizes that the path to justice may lead to more heartbreak.
With a gripping narrative that explores loss, resilience, and the darkness that can lurk beneath the surface, the story draws readers into a compelling world where the quest for answers is fraught with peril and where every secret could be the difference between life and death.
Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
449 pages
Language
English
Published
Dec 28, 2010
Publisher
Dutton
Editions
11 editions
ISBN-10
052595192X
ISBN-13
9780525951926
Genres
Mystery
Thriller & Suspense
Children’s
Crime
Nature
Psychology