A woman falls to her death from a London bank's twenty-fifth-floor roof terrace.You're arrested for her murder.You tell the police that you only met the victim the previous night at your office party. She was threatening to jump from the roof, but you talked her down.You've got nothing to do with this tragedy.You're clearly being framed.So why do the police keep picking holes in your story?And why doesn't your lawyer seem to believe you?It soon becomes obvious that you're keeping secrets.But who are you trying to protect? And why?Get ready for one of the most gripping psychological thrillers of the year, perfect for fans of Gillian McAllister, Lisa Jewell and Paula Hawkins.
Ruth Mancini Knihy
Ruth Mancini draws on her extensive legal career to craft compelling crime and psychological thrillers. Having spent twenty years in courtrooms and police stations defending those accused of crimes, her narratives are infused with an authentic understanding of the justice system. Mancini masterfully blends her legal experience with the complexities of human relationships, exploring themes of suspense and the intricacies of domestic life. Her writing offers a disquieting yet genuine portrayal of characters navigating challenging circumstances, reflecting her deep insights into both the legal world and the human psyche.



One Dark, Two Light
- 400 stránek
- 14 hodin čtení
New Year's Eve, London. Outside a pub, a man has been left to die. He will never walk or speak again. He remains in hospital, nameless, until criminal defence lawyer Sarah Kellerman walks onto his ward.
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