WINNER OF THE eDUNNIT AWARD FOR BEST CRIME NOVEL
NOMINATED FOR THE CWA GOLD DAGGER

'Dark, gleaming. Read it.' GILLIAN FYNN
'Note perfect . . . Not to be missed.' MEGAN ABBOTT

Over the course of a punishing summer, Polly and Adam abandon themselves to a steamy, inexorable affair. Still, each holds something back from the other - dangerous, even lethal secrets.

Then someone dies. Was it an accident or part of a plan? By now Adam and Polly are so ensnared in each other's lives and lies that neither one knows how to get away - or even if they want to. Is their love strong enough to withstand the truth, or will it ultimately destroy them?

Something - or someone - has to give.

A superb novel of psychological suspense about a pair of lovers with the best intentions and the worst luck. Instead of rules, this game has dark secrets, forbidden desires, inevitable betrayals - and cold-blooded murder.

What readers are saying:
***** 'Seriously twisted!'
***** 'Great characters and unpredictable story. A definite must!'
***** 'A stunning page turner. I could not put it down'
***** 'Best noir of the decade! Lippman has outdone herself'

Meet Polly, which may or may not be her real name, this year's most dangerous leading lady...

About the Author
Laura Lippman has been awarded every major prize in crime fiction. Since the publication of What the Dead Know, each of her hardcovers has hit the New York Times bestseller list. A recent recipient of the first-ever Mayor's Prize, she lives in Baltimore, New Orleans and New York City with her family. To Find out more about Laura visit www.lauralippman.com


Book Information
ISBN 9780571335664
Author Laura Lippman
Format Paperback
Page Count 304
Imprint Faber & Faber
Publisher Faber & Faber
Weight(grams) 415g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 153mm * 21mm