Cold Justice

Leigh Russell

Sinossi

The stakes have never been higher for Geraldine Steel.
When Alice Lewis is found murdered, the case becomes personal for DI Steel, as Alice was the niece of her childminder, Lisa. Despite Lisa's earlier pleas for help, Geraldine hadn't acted in time to save Alice.
Now, driven by guilt and a thirst for justice, Geraldine dives headfirst into the case. But the deeper she digs, the more layers of secrets and lies she uncovers about Alice's life, forcing her to question everything she thought she knew. With an elusive killer watching her every move, Geraldine finds herself caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse.
Leigh Russell delivers a masterful tale of suspense, keeping readers on edge until the final shocking twist.

Disponibile da: 08/05/2025.

Lunghezza di stampa: 320 pagine.

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