4.5 stars

As a police procedural set during lockdown, the tone of this reflects the isolation and desperation of that time making the story tight and a tad anxious. The levels of twist upon twist are staggering. Taut and totally entertaining. And McDermid's masterful ability to use her setting as almost a character adds an intensity. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.