Winner of the Richard and Judy Search for a Bestseller Competition. 'A blistering debut from a major new voice. I couldn't put it down. Authentic, compelling, unflinching and tender, and written with real verve and assurance' - Erin Kelly. 'An astonishingly confident and individual voice' - Ann Cleeves.

What I thought I knew: In 1998, Maryanne Doyle disappeared, and Dad knew something about it. Maryanne Doyle was never seen again.

What I actually know: In 1998, Dad lied about knowing Maryanne Doyle. Alice Lapaine has been found strangled near Dad's pub. Dad was in the local area for both Maryanne Doyle's disappearance and Alice Lapaine's murder - fact. Connection? Trust cuts both ways . . . what do you do when it's gone?

For fans of Erin Kelly and Belinda Bauer, get ready for the suspense novel of the year. 'A killer premise. An original voice. An utterly compelling story that will keep you up all night.'.