Merry Jones Knihy

Nora Warren is the wife of a lawyer, mother of two young girls, and a murderer. At least, she feels like one. Nora is plagued by secrets surrounding her brother's death years before, so she lives as though he never existed. Now in her 30's, Nora suspects that her husband Dave is having an affair with her friend, the wife of a leading candidate for the U.S. Senate. When her friend's body is discovered, police determine she died by suicide. But Nora knows better. Her haunting memories leap to life, as does the hidden grim side of her nature. Will she act on her impulses and confront the killer, no matter the cost? Must she? How much will Nora risk for the sake of justice? And far will she go to protect the life she has built for herself?

The story centers around a mysterious woman known only as Vanessa, who is discovered at the site of a brutal double murder. With her true identity shrouded in secrecy and her silence adding to the enigma, the narrative explores the chilling circumstances surrounding her presence at the crime scene. As the plot unfolds, the quest to uncover her past and the truth behind the murders becomes a gripping journey filled with suspense and intrigue.

Harper Jennings faces a new challenge when her self-absorbed mother, Vivian, arrives with a new partner during Hank's first business trip since his accident. Despite her resilience through war, a drug conspiracy, and dangerous smugglers, Harper struggles with Vivian's controlling nature and the stress of the visit. The dynamics between mother and daughter reveal deeper themes of family conflict and personal growth, as Harper must navigate her complicated relationship with Vivian while managing her own life changes.

»Etwas lag vor unseren Füßen, verdreckt, an einem Ende hellrot. Es bestand kein Zweifel daran, was es war, obgleich der Nagel abgebrochen und der knallrote Lack abgeblättert war …« Geschockt erkennt die allein erziehende Mutter Zoe Hayes, was ihre kleine Tochter Molly gerade auf dem Bürgersteig vor ihrem Haus gefunden hat – den ersten Hinweis auf das schreckliche Schicksal einer Reihe spurlos verschwundener Kindermädchen. Was sie noch nicht ahnt: Die Polizei vermutet den Mörder unter Zoes Nachbarn – und hält sie für das nächste mögliche Opfer auf der Liste des Killers …