Mercy Kilpatrick has always carried the weight of her past on her shoulders, a burden shaped by secrets that could shatter her carefully constructed life. When a twisted crime scene resurfaces memories she thought she had buried, Mercy finds herself thrust into a relentless investigation that digs deeper than the surface of the crime itself. As she navigates the murky waters of betrayal and trust in her close-knit community, the line between ally and enemy blurs. The relentless pursuit of the truth forces her to confront not just the shadows of a murderer but also the darkness within her own heart. With every revelation, Mercy is torn between her duty to protect her loved ones and her commitment to justice, revealing the profound theme of loyalty that permeates her journey. The stakes rise dramatically when familiar faces emerge as potential suspects, each cloaked in their own secrets. Is the killer someone she knows, or is there a deeper conspiracy at play? As the tension mounts, Mercy grapples with her instincts, challenging her perceptions of those she thought she could trust. Against a backdrop of breathtaking Pacific Northwest landscapes, the atmosphere thickens with suspense, where every chapter turns up the heat and deepens the intrigue. The protagonist's fierce determination and nuanced relationships reflect the complexities of human nature—love, fear, and the lengths one will go to for those they cherish. In this gripping tale, the power of mercy intertwines with the pursuit of truth, leading to a resolution that will leave readers questioning what they would do when faced with their own moral dilemmas. Will Mercy's commitment to justice ultimately set her free, or will it cost her everything she holds dear?
Number of pages:
335