You don’t need to have read the earlier books in this series—I hadn’t, and I still got totally pulled in. This is a moody, slow-burn Scottish mystery that really sticks with you.

Crime podcaster Cal Lovett is trying to identify a woman found dead in the hills near Loch Tay—no name, no past, nothing. At the same time, he’s still struggling with his sister’s unsolved murder, and you can feel that weight in every part of the story.

The mystery builds gradually but kept me turning the pages, and the writing is atmospheric without overdoing it. It’s more about people and emotion than constant action, which I loved. If you’re into thoughtful crime fiction with strong character work and a haunting setting, this one’s for you.

Definitely going back in the series to read more. Thank you to NetGalley and Canelo for the ARC.