I haven't read anything by this author before. I'm always willing to try new authors and this website is one of the best ways to do so. This excerpt has hooked me in straight away. It says on the front, "Tense and gripping." I couldn't agree more! I'll be looking to buy this book as I just can't leave it there, having only read this excerpt. I'm desperate for the answers... for me, that's the sign of a great book.