Faithless by Karin Slaughter (Paperback)

A walk through the Georgia woods takes a horrifying turn when Dr Sara Linton and Police Chief Jeffrey Tolliver discover the body of a young girl. The evidence suggests a terrifying end. She was buried alive and died in unimaginable fear.

The shocking discovery launches Sara and Jeffrey into another complex and disturbing investigation. Still dealing with the complications of their own turbulent relationship and painful history, they must put their personal struggles aside to uncover the truth behind the girl’s death.

As the investigation progresses, the trail leads beyond their familiar surroundings and into a neighbouring county. There, they encounter an isolated community that guards its secrets closely. The deeper they dig, the more unsettling the case becomes. Hidden behind closed doors are long-buried truths and dangerous lies that someone is willing to protect at any cost.

With each new discovery, it becomes clear that the young girl’s death may be only the beginning. Sara and Jeffrey must untangle a web of secrecy and fear before another life is lost. But finding the truth means venturing into a place where trust is scarce and every answer seems to uncover an even darker question.

This gripping instalment in the Grant County series combines a chilling murder investigation with psychological tension and emotional complexity. Featuring compelling characters, shocking revelations and relentless suspense, it explores the devastating consequences of secrets and the lengths people will go to keep them hidden.

Perfect for readers who enjoy crime fiction, detective mysteries, psychological thrillers and dark, suspenseful stories featuring complex investigations, strong characters and shocking twists.