Natalie R. Collins reveals the secrets lurking in every town, the darkness in every heart, and the ties that bind every family—till death... Her work delves into hidden truths and complex relationships, often uncovering disturbing motives and unexpected twists. Collins masterfully crafts an atmosphere of suspense and psychological depth, drawing readers into the darker corners of human nature and domestic dramas. Her ability to explore the shadowed aspects of the human psyche while building compelling plots marks her as a distinctive voice in thriller fiction.
The first victim is found hanging from a tree in her backyard. A popular cheerleader in the small town of Kanesville, Utah, she appears to have committed suicide. As does the next girl... Then comes a third death. Police Detective Samantha Montgomery has seen her share of tragedy back in Salt Lake City - but this is different.
Decades ago, young Allison Jensen and her best friend Cindy were separated in the woods. Cindy disappeared forever. Allison survived amid a web of small-town secrets and lies that greeted every anguished question she asked about that fateful afternoon.Years later, Allison has come home to the bedroom community of Farmington, Utah--back to the devout tyranny of her father, back to the close-knit society she rejected, and back to the conspiracy of silence that has plagued her with nightmares of guilt and loss.Out of her patchwork memory, the truth is emerging. So is Allison's rage--and her hunger for justice. Now, in a courageous and terrifying voyage of self-discovery, it's up to Allison to avenge the guilty…
comprehensive book on domestic violence, written by a prominent figure working in this area, offering theological content and practical advice