From New York Times best-selling author Nancy Bush comes a tense,
intricately plotted novel of suspense, as one woman becomes the focus of
a killer's warped game of revenge and murder.
The Rules Are Simple
It's the ultimate test of strategy and skill. The killer chooses each
opponent carefully, learning each one's weaknesses. Every meticulously
planned move is leading to a devastating checkmate. Because in this
game, all the pretty pawns must die.
First You Play
Andi Wren is fighting to keep her late husband's company safe from
vindictive competitors. When she receives an ominous note "little birds
must fly" - she turns to PI Luke Denton. Though Luke has personal
reasons for wanting to take down Wren Development's opponents, his
investigation suggests this is deeper and far more dangerous than a
business grudge.
Then You Die
In a basement on the outskirts of town, police detectives unearth piles
of skeletons. As they learn the shocking truth about each victim's
identity, their case collides with Andi's, revealing a killer's ruthless
plot and a chilling, lethal endgame....