The Witness (Mass Market Paperback) by Nora Roberts

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Book Synopsis

Daughter of a cold, controlling mother and an anonymous donor, studious, obedient Elizabeth Fitch finally let loose one night, drinking too much at a nightclub and allowing a strange man's seductive Russian accent to lure her to a house on Lake Shore Drive.

Twelve years later, the woman now known as Abigail Lowery lives alone on the outskirts of a small town in the Ozarks. A freelance security systems designer, her own protection is supplemented by a fierce dog and an assortment of firearms. She keeps to herself, saying little, revealing nothing. Unfortunately, that seems to be the quickest way to get attention in a tiny southern town.

The mystery of Abigail Lowery and her sharp mind, secretive nature and unromantic viewpoint intrigues local police chief Brooks Gleason, on both a personal and professional level. And while he suspects that Abigail needs protection from something, Gleason is accustomed to two-bit troublemakers, not the powerful and dangerous men who are about to have him in their sights.

And Abigail Lowery, who has built a life based on security and self-control, is at risk of losing both.

Review Quotes

"Roberts' answer to The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo."--Kirkus Reviews

"Roberts is unrivaled, and her latest addictively readable novel is guaranteed to jangle readers' nerves and keep them enthralled long past bedtime."--Booklist (starred review)

"Taut, riveting drama that's guaranteed to keep the adrenaline flowing. Another memorable page-turner from Roberts's consistently remarkable pen."--Library Journal

"One of Roberts's cleverest heroines yet, this intricately dramatic book only confirms that Roberts is a master of the genre."--Publishers Weekly

"Legendary."--Wall Street Journal

"Nora Roberts has done it again, proving once more that she is reigns supreme."--thenewstribune.com

"Nora Roberts has done it again, proving once more that she reigns supreme."--The Evening Sun (Hanover, NH)

"Romantic suspense fans can't go wrong with this terrific blend of looming danger and unusual courtship. A really great read!"--RT Book Reviews

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