This a thriller and a very good one, but it is a slow burn with descriptive scenes that drip feeds the reader clues as the book progresses. It is also quite character driven and we get to know the cast of characters well, especially Detective Sergeant Jack Mellor. A long-time serving police officer Jack has seen it all but previously had been involved in a traumatic stakeout, one that went very wrong, Jack still carries a huge amount of guilt around on his shoulders and then makes the decision to leave the force. He heads off to the remote area of the northern highlands, hoping to gain some peace and perspective of what went to terribly wrong on that day.

Soon he is drawn back into using his detective skills when he is hired to investigate a disappearance, that of a young woman and his peace is soon destroyed. His ex-girlfriend Maddie is back on the scene, and this is also a challenge for Jack. He is not sure of what Maddie’s intentions are or why she is now back in his life and is also concerned as to how she was able to track him down. He has conflicting feelings about Maddie, part of him wants what they had before but where there is Maddie, there is usually drama, hence his mixed emotions in relation to her.

Jack is plunged back into the world of crime and corruption with very shady figures taking over control of his peaceful existence. The further he is thrown into this new case the more unsure he becomes of who to trust and who is out to destroy his life once more.

I really enjoyed this book and will be looking out for more from this author.
Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for an advanced copy of the book, all opinions expressed are my own.

This was an interesting thriller and very well plotted with twist after twist right until the end. I really liked the character of Jack Mellor, he is a strong personality but with a vulnerable side to him. The Highland setting added so much atmosphere to the story and was beautifully described by the author. The pace started off slowly but soon picked up and my heart was in my mouth at times following Jack's exploits! The ending left me wanting to read more and I can highly recommend the read. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.

A great read. This book kept on build up with twists and turns with a ending I wasn't expecting. Will definitely lookout for this author

Just when you least want or expect it, the past comes looking for you… Good book! This book had suspense, intrigue, action, murder, mystery, a great who done it and a few crazy twists and turns. The story was interesting! I definitely recommend reading this book! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!