Author: David F ReedThriller / suspensePublished on 28th January 2026 by The Book Guild Ltd in the United Kingdom.Paperback / softback | 392 pages 197mm x 130mm x 32mm | 346g Ever since her son disappeared, Julia has lived as a reclusive shadow of her former self, paralysed by anxiety and grief. One night, she is viciously attacked and left for dead — only to be saved by a mysterious stranger known only as ‘Sam’, who claims to have no memory of his life before rescuing her.But when Julia discovers her missing son’s name carved into Sam’s skin, a fragile alliance forms between them. Together, they begin a perilous search for answers — about Sam’s identity, and his haunting connection to her son.As powerful forces rise to stop them, Julia and Sam must confront impossible choices. How far are they willing to go — and what are they prepared to sacrifice — to uncover the truth?