Joanne has just moved back to the town where she grew up with her 6year old son Alfie, who is struggling to fit in at school. In an effort to befriend some of the other mums, Joanne repeats a rumour she has heard, not imagining the consequences this piece of gossip will have.

This was a very impressive debut looking at the impact gossip can have. It uses a very emotional charged premise (what would you do if you found out a child killer was living in your town under a new identity?) and explores the reactions to these. Lesley Kara continues to add twists and red herrings throughout the book to keep you guessing.

I'm looking forward to seeing what she comes up with next.

Thanks to the publisher and netgalley for an ARC