There are some authors that you buy on sight, and Thorne Moore is one of those for me. I’m not sure I’ve read all her back catalogue yet, but I will do so at the earliest opportunity.
In this instance, The Cold Night (Cold Case Book 3) flitted past my eyeline, and it was an immediate purchase. Isn’t it wonderful when you know you won’t be disappointed?
The story starts in 2011 in a religious type of community for the homeless where everyone is called Brother or Sister. The popular Sister Grace has a piece of luck, and as the friction it causes builds in the group, Grace vanishes.
Scroll forward to 2024, and Rosanna Quillan, a former police officer turned private detective, is approached by a worried aunt searching for her missing niece, Lianne.
As the story unfolds, what really came home to me is how worryingly easy it is for someone to disappear from the view of so many. Brilliantly plotted and expertly written by an author who knows exactly how to get the best out of her story. Moore writes excellent characters and wonderful twists and turns.
I really enjoyed the developing relationship between Rosanna and Gethin too, along with other returning characters and recommend you definitely read this series in order for this very reason if no other. Highly recommended to all who love superbly written mysteries.
Sounds good. Thanks for the review.
Thanks for reading, Rosie. 🙂
Great review. I love all the books from this author. Thorne seems to be able to excel in any genre and develop brilliaant characters.
Thanks Judith. She certainly does. Brilliant writer 🙂