Esta autora, que tras una carrera en el periodismo cubriendo crímenes notorios se sintió atraída por el conocimiento tácito de quienes estaban más cerca de los acusados, se sumerge en las complejidades de lo que las personas saben o eligen no saber sobre la transgresión y sus consecuencias. A través de una narrativa de múltiples perspectivas, crea relatos cautivadores que exploran el escalofriante silencio y las verdades ocultas que rodean un misterio central. Su obra invita a los lectores a reflexionar sobre los paisajes psicológicos de la culpa, la inocencia y la esquiva naturaleza de la verdad.
Glen Taylor fue acusado y absuelto de un crimen terrible. Ahora que ha fallecido en un accidente, Juean, la esposa perfecta que siempre ha creído en su inocencia, se convierte para los medios en la única persona que conoce la verdad. Pero ¿qué implicaciones tendría aceptar esa verdad? ¿Hasta dónde está dispuesta a llegar para que su vida siga teniendo sentido?
`The police belonged to another world - the world they saw on the television or in the papers. Not theirs.' When two eighteen-year-old girls go missing on their gap year in Thailand, their families are thrust into the international spotlight: desperate, bereft and frantic with worry. Journalist Kate Waters always does everything she can to be first to the story, first with the exclusive, first to discover the truth - and this time is no exception. But she can't help but think of her own son, who she hasn't seen in two years, since he left home to go travelling. This time it's personal. And as the case of the missing girls unfolds, they will all find that even this far away, danger can lie closer to home than you might think . . .
When a paragraph in an evening newspaper reveals a decades-old tragedy, most readers barely give it a glance. But for 3 strangers it's impossible to ignore. For one woman, it's a reminder of the worst thing that ever happened to her. For another, it's the dangerous possibility that her darkest secret is about to be discovered. And for a journalist, it's the first clue in a hunt to uncover the truth.
Exploring the complexities of trust and betrayal, the story delves into the repercussions of a shocking crime that disrupts a close-knit community. As the protagonist grapples with the emotional fallout, secrets surface, and relationships are tested. The narrative intertwines suspense and psychological depth, prompting readers to question their assumptions about those around them. Themes of loyalty, deception, and the quest for truth resonate throughout, creating a gripping tale that keeps readers on edge.
Elise King is a successful and ambitious detective - or she was, before medical leave left her unsure if she'd ever return to work. She now spends most days watching the growing tensions in her small seaside town of Ebbing- the weekenders in their fancy clothes, renovating old bungalows into luxury homes, and the locals resentful of the changes. Elise can only guess what really happens behind closed doors. But Dee Eastwood, her cleaner, often knows. She's an invisible presence in many of the houses in town but she sees and hears everything. The conflicts in town boil over when a newcomer wants to put Ebbing on the map with a giant music festival, and a teenage girl ends up dead because of drugs. When a man also disappears the first night of the festival, Elise is drawn back into her detective work and starts digging for answers. Ebbing is a small town, but it's full of myriad secrets and hidden connections that run deeper and darker than Elise could have ever imagined.
The story unfolds with journalist Kiki Nunn investigating the murder of Karen Simmons, a woman she recently interviewed about her experiences in mid-life romance. As Kiki delves deeper into Karen’s life and the circumstances surrounding her death, she uncovers dark realities about love and deception. The narrative explores themes of trust and the dangers of connecting with strangers, while Kiki's pursuit of truth leads her into perilous territory. With unexpected twists, the book keeps readers guessing until the end, prompting reflection on societal issues.
Nach dem Abitur verschwinden die Freundinnen Alex und Rosie in Bangkok. Reporterin Kate Waters wird in den Fall involviert, da auch ihr Sohn in Thailand ist. Nach einem Hostel-Brand werden die Leichen der beiden gefunden, doch die Umstände sind mysteriös. Ein verletzter Zeuge könnte entscheidende Informationen haben.
