A young newlywed has been shot to death in her own flat for no apparent
reason. Detective Chief Superintendent Simon Serrailler has taken
charge of the case.
Several days later there is another shooting. As Serrailler approaches
the scene, his sister calls to tell him that her husband has collapsed
at home. Two women have been shot, the dead one a bride-to-be, the
other a friend is in serious condition. She would die overnight in
hospital.
It appears that they have a lunatic on their hands killing young women.
There’s no doubt that he will strike again, but when and where? It
doesn’t take long to find out. A young single mother is shot in her
doorway. The investigation is getting nowhere.
As Serrailler’s team continues their investigation, they are hampered by
an upcoming society wedding. In addition, Serrailler’s sister, Cat’s
husband has been diagnosed with a brain tumour. It is a tough time for
all involved.
Author Susan Hill has written an interesting novel that shows not just
police procedure, but the human side of policing. Life can be harsh,
and Hill delivers some extreme harshness in this novel.
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