Nachtboot

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A young policewoman defies all rules to uncover the truth behind the mysterious death of her estranged best friend in this gripping thriller. Ali Barba, a Sikh detective with the Metropolitan Police, is healing from injuries sustained in the line of duty when she receives a desperate letter from Cate, urging her to attend their high school reunion. Eager to make amends for her past mistakes, Ali attends, only to find Cate, who is pregnant, in distress. Cate whispers, “They want to take my baby. You have to stop them,” before tragedy strikes as she and her husband are killed in a hit-and-run. The situation becomes more complex when it’s revealed that Cate had faked her pregnancy. Ali discovers a file in Cate’s desk containing ultrasound pictures and fertility clinic letters, suggesting the baby’s existence might not be a complete fabrication. As Ali pieces together the clues, her investigation leads her to Amsterdam, where she encounters dangerous individuals determined to obstruct her. This thrilling tale of redemption and determination showcases the lengths one will go to seek the truth, marking a high point in the author’s career.