First published 1994
When private detectives Patrick and Angela take on a routine missing document case, they quickly find themselves in a tangled web of lies, extortion, and child exploitation. As they race to uncover the truth, the stakes grow higher - innocents are in danger, and a ruthless criminal enterprise must be stopped before it's too late. At the heart of this gritty thriller lies a powerful exploration of the moral complexities that arise when confronting pure evil.
Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, detective
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, moral-dilemma
Setting: Boston, Massachusetts
Hardcover · Clipper
Content warnings: child-abuse, violence