A thrilling novel by one of the best writers of thrilling psychological thrillers
Toby is a fortunate child, a charming, eloquent optimist who has just gotten out of trouble at work and celebrates his success with friends when the events of the night take an unexpected turn and turn his life upside down - surprising two robbers at home then they leave it to their fate. As Toby tries to recover from his injuries, he slowly begins to realize that he may never be the same again, and instead of returning to his life, he retires to an old family home to take care of the dying Uncle Hugo.
But then a skull is found in a large elm tree in the garden - and as detectives begin to circle around the family, Toby is forced to face the possibility that his past may be quite different from the way he always remembered it.
A riveting novel by one of the best writers of exciting psychological thrillers today asks what will become of us and what we are capable of when we stop knowing who we are.
