In the tradition of Elizabeth George, Louise Penny, and P. D. James,
New York Times bestselling author Deborah Crombie delivers a powerful
tale of intrigue, betrayal, and lies that will plunge married London
detectives Duncan Kincaid and Gemma James into the unspeakable darkness
that lies at the heart of murder.
Recently transferred to the London borough of Camden from Scotland Yard
headquarters, Superintendent Duncan Kincaid and his new murder
investigation team are called to a deadly bombing at historic St.
Pancras Station. By fortunate coincidence, Melody Talbot, Gemma's
trusted colleague, witnesses the explosion. The victim was taking part
in an organized protest, yet the other group members swear the young man
only meant to set off a smoke bomb. As Kincaid begins to gather the
facts, he finds every piece of the puzzle yields an unexpected pattern,
including the disappearance of a mysterious bystander.
The bombing isn't the only mystery troubling Kincaid. He's still
questioning the reasons behind his transfer, and when his former
boss--who's been avoiding him--is attacked, those suspicions deepen.
With the help of his former sergeant, Doug Cullen, Melody Talbot, and
Gemma, Kincaid begins to untangle the truth. But what he discovers will
leave him questioning his belief in the job that has shaped his life and
his values--and remind him just how vulnerable his precious family is.