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Book SynopsisThe second in the detective series featuring DI Geraldine Steel
When a man dies in a gas explosion, the police suspect arson. But the case takes on a new and terrible twist when the prime suspect, a local felon, is viciously attacked. As police enquiries lead from the expensive Harchester Hill estate to the local brothel, their key witness dies in a hit-and-run. Coincidence? Or cold-blooded murder?
With so many lives lost already, DI Geraldine Steel must put her problems aside, to protect others. After all, in the race for justice, sacrifices must be made.
Trade ReviewA well-written, soundly plotted, psychologically acute story -- Marcel Berlins * The Times *
Well-written and absorbing right from the get-go... with an exhilarating climax that you don't see coming -- Amanda Gillies * eurocrime.co.uk *
Leigh Russell does a good job of keeping her readers guessing. She also uses a deft hand developing her characters, especially the low-lifes... a good read -- Marj Stuart * San Francisco Book Review *
perfect character building... cleverly written... can't wait for the next one * bestbookstoread.co.uk *
New star of crime fiction, Leigh Russell's chilling psychological thriller is terrific & terrifying! -- Clem Chambers
