This review was originally posted on Star Crossed Reviews I received this book for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. Thank you to Bookouture for my copy of this book via Netgalley and for letting me take part in this tour. I have been looking forward to reading this one for a little while.
This book is the first in a new series and is Joy's debut book! Bernadette Noel is a newly promoted DI and has caught quite the case! We got some good hints at Bernadette's past but I am very eager for more. I can't wait to see more of what happened to Bernadette in London. I also can't wait to see what happens to her in the future too. She is a strong character. She is very good at her job and is extremely determined.
I loved Kerry and Matt. I think they are such a good support to Bernie. There were also quite a few characters that I wasn't sure about and I look forward to seeing what happens with them in future books. Bernie moved to start over and keep a low profile I'm concerned for Bernie's welfare now that her location can be easily be found. She was on national TV which is not exactly low profile.
The case was quite a tricky one. A missing 5-year-old is always a high profile and high-pressure case. When you throw in a village that doesn't want to help it just became almost impossible for Bernie and the team. The book was well-paced and well written.
Joy had me hooked from the prologue and there's just enough of a tease to keep you reading chapter after chapter. I read this book mainly in 2 long stints. I just couldn't break away.
I am shocked that this was Joy's debut book and I can't wait for what I know will be an excellent series. Joy is a very promising writer who I think will go from strength to strength.
Reviewed by Emma (SCR) on
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