Now She's Gone

An absolutely gripping crime thriller

She took a mouthful of the sweet liquid and started to feel a pounding in her head. Arms went around her waist and she was half lifted and half pulled. The last thing she was aware of was her head hitting a step…

Sixteen-year-old Emily had everything to live for. A bright, beautiful teenager with a promising future ahead of her. But in one night her life is cut short. The police say it’s an accident. But her parents think she was murdered.

When Detective Rachel Prince is called in to investigate the shocking death at the height of the Edinburgh festival, her instincts tell her that things are not as they first appear. Something is very wrong.

As the case takes an unexpected turn, Rachel discovers a chilling link with the suspicious death of another international student, who stayed in the same house as Emily two years before.

Just as Rachel finds herself on the hunt for a serial killer, a painful relationship from her own past catches up with her. And Rachel must decide what is more important – catching the killer or keeping her own secrets?

A breath-taking, tense roller-coaster crime thriller featuring unforgettable series detective Rachel Prince. Now She’s Gone is perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Peter James and Karin Slaughter.

‘One of those books you just can’t put down… stayed up until 2 am… a whirlwind of action which keep you glued to the book...’ Goodreads Reviewer

‘Absolutely fantastic… had me hooked from page one and I tore through it as fast as I could… LOTS of red herrings and cliff-hangers. Just when I thought I’d worked it out, it turned and I had to start all over again. Rachel is a great female lead… such a fantastic book I would have no hesitation in recommending it.’ Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars

‘Wow!... I loved it… Rachel is gritty and determined… gripping… Couldn't put it down and really look forward to further books in this series.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘Wow! This series is shaping up to be one of my absolute favourites! Plenty of twists… this author takes us on a thrilling journey with this stunning story. LOVED it!’ Renita D’Silva, 5 stars

‘Intense and gripping… From the very first page the pace was electric; the tension palpable and the plot brilliantly done… Alison James is a thriller writer to watch… Highly recommended.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘An intense read! I was hooked from the very first page and I can honestly say this was a wild ride… I love Rachel’s character, she’s a strong female voice and she doesn’t mess about… I strongly recommend this one!’ The Crime Time

‘Alison James has done it again, another super good read!... keeps you hooked … Would give more than 5 stars if I could.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘The twists and turns and the who dunnit approach kept you wanting to stay up to the early hours to get the answers… DI Rachel Prince is a strong character… hooked on this new series.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘The plotting and pacing are excellent with… There are reveals in almost every chapter so it gets very compulsive as you just have to keep turning the pages to see where it's going next…’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘My new favourite detective DI Rachel Prince… fast paced and the storyline had me hooked from the first page… I heartily recommend this book.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘Another brilliant episode of this series. I enjoyed it very much… I couldn’t put it down.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars