Frear creates an atmosphere of tension among the detectives and witnesses and in Cat’s personal life that will make readers want to devour this mystery in one sitting.
The details can get overwhelming at times, but readers should not overlook anything because secrets and lies come back with a vengeance, resulting in an intense page-turner. Admirers of the police procedurals of Tana French and the thrillers of Clare Mackintosh will welcome Frear's dramatic debut.[See Prepub Alert, 2/11/18.]