Angela Marsons Ordre des livres

Na zarostlém hřbitově došlo k brutální vraždě. Oběť, Sandru Deakinovou, musel někdo hluboce nenávidět. Sandra věřila, že dokáže komunikovat s mrtvými. Živou ji naposledy viděla skupina žen, které s ní měly noc před jejím zabitím seanci. Každá z nich žádala Sandru o pomoc. A všechny lžou o tom, proč. Pár dní poté je nalezeno tělo mladíka se stejnými ranami v obličeji, jaké měla i Sandra… Kim Stoneová a její tým mají opět co do činění se sériovým vrahem – a opět vražedně málo času na to, aby zamezili dalšímu jeho řádění.

Devatenáctiletého Jamieho Millse našli oběšeného na stromě v místním parku. Jeho smrt byla označena za sebevraždu, detektiv Kim Stoneová však tuší, že něco není v pořádku. Proč se jeho matka, když se to dozvěděla, nerozplakala? A jak mohl Jamie, který se nedávno zranil, vylézt na strom? Další zjištění přinese šok: rodiče poslali Jamieho na soukromou kliniku, aby ho „vyléčili“ z jeho sexuality. Kdokoli, kdo tam absolvoval terapii, se o tom bojí mluvit. A pak zemře další bývalá pacientka – a opět to má vypadat, že si život vzala dobrovolně sama…

The gripping narrative unfolds with a chilling scene where a mother lies lifeless on the floor, her daughter beside her in a striking purple ballgown, knife in hand. This moment sets the stage for a deep exploration of familial bonds, trauma, and the complexities of love and desperation. As the story progresses, it delves into the psychological turmoil and secrets that lead to this harrowing event, revealing the characters' struggles and the impact of their choices on their lives.

A chilling scene unfolds with a victim found beneath the trees, seemingly lifeless yet not fully dead. The eerie stillness and vacant gaze suggest a deeper mystery, inviting readers to unravel the circumstances surrounding this unsettling moment. The narrative promises a gripping exploration of suspense and the complexities of life and death, setting the stage for a thrilling journey into the unknown.

A striking image of a woman's lifeless body, with bright blonde hair contrasting against the soft green grass, sets a haunting tone. Her unblinking brown eyes gaze at the sky, hinting at a tragic fate, while a dark, bloody cut across her mouth suggests violence and a story of silence. This description evokes themes of loss, violence, and the stark reality of death, inviting readers to uncover the mystery surrounding her demise.

: An absolutely heart-pounding and addictive crime thriller

When nineteen-year-old Jamie Mills is found hanging from a tree, his death is ruled a suicide. However, Detective Kim Stone's instincts tell her otherwise, even though her temporary replacement is focused on bigger cases. While recovering from her last traumatic investigation, Kim uncovers a crucial detail: Jamie had an injury that made it impossible for him to climb the tree, suggesting murder. Taking charge of the case, she learns from Jamie's parents that they had sent him to a clinic to 'cure' his sexuality. His mother describes him as introverted and moody, but a friend paints a different picture of a vibrant young man. The investigation leads Kim to the clinic run by the Gardner family, who claim patients come voluntarily and can leave at will. Yet, former patients are terrified to discuss their experiences. Adding to the mystery, Kim discovers faded restraint marks on Jamie's wrists. The case escalates when a young woman's body is found, also staged to look like a suicide, and she too had been a patient at the clinic. As Kim grapples with her own trauma, she must confront a chilling killer determined to silence the clinic's former patients one by one.

"One August afternoon, eight-year-old Grace Lennard skips into the garden of the childcare centre she attends and vanishes into thin air. Hours before, Steven Harte walks into Halesowen police station and confesses to having information that will lead Detective Kim Stone to Melody Jones - the little girl who was taken from a playground exactly twenty-five years ago. But something about his confession is off and Kim dismisses his claims. Arriving at the scene of Grace's disappearance, Kim finds a chilling piece of evidence: the heart bracelet belonging to Melody. Now Kim must play Steven's twisted game if she is to find Grace alive. But they're going to play by Kim's rules. With only twenty-four hours to make every second of Steven's interrogation count, and scan his behaviour for hidden clues, Kim and her team soon link Steven to the abduction of several vulnerable girls - two were kept for a year and then released, unharmed - but where are Melody and the others? Then small bones are discovered in the grounds of a local park, and Kim fears the worst. Kim may be close to convicting a killer, but there's another who wants revenge against her - Dr Alex Thorne - the evil woman Kim did her best to keep behind bars. Alex is about to reveal a shocking secret to Kim that will hit her where it hurts the most. And if Kim lets Alex mess with her head, she might not be able to save Grace and find the other missing girls in time"--Back cover