Book Description

A mother's death reveals a secret worth killing for in this crime thriller by the acclaimed author of Constant Fear. At DeRose & Associates Private Investigators in Virginia, Angie DeRose strives to find and rescue endangered runaways—work that stands in stark contrast to her own safe, idyllic childhood. But in the wake of her mother's sudden death, Angie makes a life-altering discovery. Hidden among the mementos in her parents' attic is a photograph of a little girl, with a code and a hand-written message on the back: “May God forgive me.” Angie has no idea what it means or how to explain other questionable items among her mother's possessions. Her father claims to know nothing. Could Angie have a sister or other relative she was never told about? Bryce Taggart, the US Marshal working with her agency, agrees to help Angie learn the fate of the girl in the photograph. But the lies she and Bryce unearth will bring her past and present together with terrifying force. Everything she cherishes will be threatened by the repercussions of one long-ago choice—and an enemy who will kill to keep a secret hidden forever. Praise for the novels of Daniel Palmer “An electrifying thriller with action that keeps you on the edge of your seat!” —Lisa Jackson on Constant Fear “A twisting, suspenseful chiller of a book.” —William Landay on Stolen “Warning: once you start reading this novel, you will not stop!” —Lisa Gardner on Helpless “Not just a great thriller debut, but a great thriller, period.” —Lee Child on Delirious