Joe O'loughlin, a clinical psychologist, is compelled to intervene in a police matter. A naked lady, wearing only a pair of high heeled shoes, is on the edge of the Clifton Suspension Bridge. As Joe tries to engage her in a conversation, the lady falls into the river. Her last words: “you don't understand”. The cops conveniently want to close the matter as a clear case of suicide. Joe is not convinced. He is disturbed by this unnatural death; not just because he couldn't save her, but because things don’t add up in this alleged suicide.
The story picks up steam after this incident. In comes the daughter of the deceased mother. There are differences between the cops and Joe. In comes Vincent Ruiz, Joe’s long time friend and ex-cop. Couple of other incidents makes the matter serious. Half way through the book, the plot is completely different. Joe meets his nemesis. There is exhilarating duel between the mind readers. I cannot divulge any other information as it would jeopardize the story.
Overall this is another mind blowing psychological thriller by Michael Robotham. The narration mesmerizes the reader. If you love thrillers then include this book to your read list / library. So far I have read four books by this author; two are thrillers (Life or Death and The Wreckage) and two are psychological thrillers (Say You're Sorry and Shatter). Except for The Wreckage, all the other three novels have swept me off my feet. I am eagerly waiting to read the remaining novels by Robotham.
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