Hanging Hill by Mo Hayder
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One of the best mystery thrillers I've read in a long time. It's somewhat amazing how people's lives intersect, especially in a small place like Bath, England. Zoe Benedict crosses paths with her estranged sister during her investigation of the death of a local teenager. The murdered girl is friends with Zoe's neice. Meanwhile, Zoe's sister, Sally, has begun working for a mysterious wealthy man. As Zoe begins to suspect Sally's employer, a terrible accident occurs, putting both sisters into danger.

The book really brings out how small misunderstandings can lead to long estrangements. The plotting is intricate, and you're still not sure who the real killer is at the end.

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