A single lie. A split-second decision.The life of a desperate mother and her son will never be the same. Arriving in the Scottish Highlands, Kate begins to build a safe, loving new life for herself and her son. But when a shady character from Kate's past turns up and starts to systematically and violently rip everything apart, she is forced to make a choice. The lie she told is now working against her, but will she confess or risk the life of her son?Join the hundreds of reviewers who were blown away by this massive, twisty crime thriller from hugely popular Yorkshire author, Catherine Yaffe. Find out why readers consistently describe her books as 'compulsively readable crime thrillers'. "A complex, suspenseful plot with tension so thick that it felt palpable.""If you like your thrillers to read like true crime stories, then this book is for you.""You'll think you know what the lie is, trust me - you don't.""The end of this book will literally take your breath away.""This book reads like an episode of Law and Order.""Catherine has crafted characters who are so realistic, you'll think you're reading a true story. "Perfect for fans of JD Kirk, Neil Lancaster, Caro Ramsey, Stuart MacBride.