'One of the best thriller writers working today'
Lee Child

'Chris Mooney is an exceptional thriller writer. I envy those who have yet to read him'
John Connolly

By the time you read this, I'll be missing or dead. Whatever you do, don't come looking for me. They're experts at hiding things: the living and the dead. And the truth.

Ten years ago CSI Darby McCormick investigated a child abduction case. Today, the missing child - Charlie Rizzo - is back from the dead and holding his family hostage. His only demand: bring me Darby McCormick.

Where has Charlie been all these years? And what is the secret he'll only tell Darby in person?

A terrible conspiracy is unravelling. One even the FBI are running scared from. If Darby doesn't lose her life, she fears that she will lose not only her mind, but her soul...

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Praise for Chris Mooney:

'Chris Mooney is a wonderful writer ... Compelling, thrilling and touching' Michael Connelly

'If you want a thriller that will chill your blood, break your heart and make your pulse race, Chris Mooney is your man' Mark Billingham

'A compelling story that will keep you up past your bedtime' Karin Slaughter

'A scary, breakneck ride with thrills that never let up' Tess Gerritsen

'Harrowing, gripping, haunting, gut-wrenching and beautifully written' Harlan Coben