First published 2006
In the chaos of the Edinburgh Festival, a moment of road rage sets off a chain reaction that entangles a former detective, a struggling writer, and a host of other colorful characters. As the web of lies and secrets unravels, each person is forced to confront their own demons and the truths they've been hiding. Atkinson's deft plotting and sharp wit shine as she weaves this gripping mystery, where the real prize may be finding one's own path to redemption.
Genres: fiction, mystery, crime, contemporary
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, web-of-lies
Setting: Edinburgh (Scotland)
418 pages · Hardcover · Little, Brown and Company