is urgently called away from court when a young woman's mutilated body is found dumped in a car park. As the post-mortem begins, he is horrified to discover that the victim was the lead witness who failed to appear in court just days earlier. And, at the same time, a connection to another ongoing case is revealed and, suddenly, DI Sterling realises he is on the hunt for a depraved and senseless serial killer. Delving further into the investigation, Paolo and his team find themselves embroiled in a terrifying underworld that has unexpected links to Paolo's life. And, when the lines between professional and personal blur, Paolo is forced to confront his worst nightmare. But how far will he go to protect those he loves? And what will he have to sacrifice to do so?] *PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED AS RETRIEVER OF SOULS* 'Lorraine Mace has done it again. ' Lorraine certainly knows how to write a gripping thriller. deserves It is ' 5* Reader Review The whole series is just .' 5* Reader Review 'I am an absolutely . . . the books are just 5* Reader Review 'I am by this story and . I cannot wait for the next instalment.' 5* Reader Review while reading this!' 5* Reader Review