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In this gripping debut, a pediatrician and coroner, Dr. Sara Linton, finds herself at the center of a chilling investigation in Grant County, Georgia. The story opens with a shocking scene: Sara is pulled into a chaotic moment when a convulsing woman, Sibyl Adams, a college professor, is discovered in a local diner’s bathroom. Sibyl has been brutally attacked, and Sara’s instinct kicks in as she tries to help her. Unfortunately, this incident is just the beginning of a series of horrific rapes and murders that plague the community. The narrative intensifies as Sara, who is also dealing with her complex past with Police Chief Jeffrey Tolliver, her ex-husband, and the troubled detective Lena Adams, Sibyl's twin sister, navigates a web of suspects. Each character adds depth to the unfolding drama, including a diner employee and a figure from Sara's past who harbors dark secrets. As the plot thickens, it becomes clear that Sara herself is in danger. With a blend of fast-paced action and emotional depth, the story delivers a compelling mix of suspense and intrigue, culminating in a thrilling cliffhanger.