I liked this story almost more than the first one! It’s the second in an awesome new series and focuses on the character of PC Dani Cash. Her mother’s skeleton was discovered underneath a disused community center that was burnt to the ground. This surprised everyone, as she was supposed to have been killed in a house fire when Dani was a small child. Leaving everyone to wonder who has been buried in her mother’s grave all these years. Dani’s father took the truth with him to the grave so it’s up to Dani and Ben to investigate. Not so easy since Dani’s on leave because of her proximity to the case. But that won’t stop them from asking questions. As Ben knows, family secrets can be devastating and the last thing he wants is Dani suffering like he did.

In addition to many characters from the previous book, we meet some very interesting new ones that are full of surprises. Reverend Withers definitely fits that bill! I enjoyed learning more about Dani’s background and how it set her on her current career path. I can’t say I’m a fan of her husband, though.

And that ending - !!! Just when you think the story’s over, he throws something like that at you! Like the preceding reveals weren’t enough! As you can probably guess, I’ll be jumping right into the next one and I can’t wait to see what the author has in store for us next!

I’m trying to help you!’ I yell, coughing as black smoke fills my lungs. As the flames grow, I beat down the door and reach out my hand. But the survivor pushes past me, disappearing into the night… Good book! This is the first book I’ve read in this series, they’re definitely stand alone! It had the usual, suspense, intrigue, action, murder, mystery, a good who done it and a few crazy twists and turns! The storyline was interesting! I’ll definitely keep reading this series! Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!