First published 1987
Julie Hayes receives crushing news when her husband declares he wants to end their marriage. Before she can process this betrayal, a brutal attacker rapes her, leaving her shattered and vulnerable. The police investigation begins, but Julie must summon the strength to assist them in tracking down her assailant. She faces the challenge of rebuilding her sense of safety while confronting the legal system's demands for her testimony and cooperation. As the investigation progresses, Julie discovers that solving the crime requires her to relive the trauma repeatedly. She must navigate the complex emotions of her crumbling marriage alongside the violation she has endured. The police need her help to identify and prosecute the rapist, but each step forward in the case forces her to confront painful memories. Julie's journey becomes one of survival and determination as she works to reclaim control over her life while seeking justice for the attack that changed everything.
Genres: fiction, suspense, mystery, crime, contemporary, psychological-thriller
Vibes: dark, emotional, intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, psychological-suspense, second-chance, survival
278 pages · Hardcover · Scribner
Content warnings: abuse, rape, sexual-assault