It's true what they say . . . revenge is sweet.

1975

A baby, minutes old, is forcibly taken from its devastated mother.

2010

The body of an elderly woman is found in a Dublin public park in the depths of winter.

Detective Inspector Tom Reynolds is on the case. He's convinced the murder is linked to historical events that took place in the notorious Magdalene Laundries. Reynolds and his team follow the trail to an isolated convent in the Irish countryside. But once inside, it becomes disturbingly clear that the killer is amongst them . . . and is determined to exact further vengeance for the sins of the past.

**PRAISE FOR JO SPAIN

'A stunning read' Woman's Way

'Absolutely love this series, so hard to put down!' 5* reader review

'Refreshing and full of twists' Express

'Jo Spain never fails to keep you guessing' 5* reader review

'Clever, pacey, compulsive' Sunday Mirror

'Riveting and chilling' 5* reader review

'Expertly crafted, deeply immersive and timely' Irish Independent

'Chief Super Reynolds at his best' 5* reader review**