First published 2016
Defense attorney Olivia Randall faces an impossible choice when her ex-husband Jack Harris becomes the prime suspect in his current wife's brutal murder. The police have compelling evidence linking Jack to the crime, but Olivia knows him better than anyone. She agrees to represent him despite their complicated history and the professional risks involved. As Olivia digs deeper into the case, she uncovers secrets that make her question everything she thought she knew about Jack and their marriage. The investigation reveals a web of lies, betrayal, and hidden motives that extends far beyond a simple domestic dispute. Olivia must navigate her conflicted feelings while fighting to prove Jack's innocence, even as the evidence continues to mount against him. The case forces her to confront painful memories of their relationship and decide whether she can trust the man she once loved with her career and possibly her life.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, contemporary, legal-thriller
Vibes: dark, emotional, fast-paced, intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, second-chance
384 pages · Paperback · Faber & Faber
Content warnings: domestic-violence, murder