A naked woman in red high-heeled shoes is perched on the edge of Clifton Suspension Bridge with her back pressed to the safety fence, weeping into a mobile phone. Clinical psychologist Joseph O'Loughlin is only feet away, desperately trying to talk her down. She whispers, 'you don't understand,' and jumps. Later, Joe has a visitor - the woman's teenage daughter, a runaway from boarding school. She refuses to believe that her mother would have jumped off the bridge - not only would she not commit suicide, she is terrified of heights. Joe wants to believe her, but what would drive a woman to such a desperate act? Whose voice? What evil?
Michael Robotham
Michael Robotham is an Australian author known for his bestselling psychological thrillers, with his most famous work being "The Secrets She Keeps." His writing style is characterized by gripping plots, complex characters, and expertly crafted suspense. Robotham's contributions to literature include pushing the boundaries of the crime thriller genre.