How Come? 9781036712488 Paperback

A legal thriller of an unaccounted-for body, a missing woman tied to a powerful family, and a case echoing a seventeenth-century witch trial.Some questions dont have good answers. This one has too many.When a funeral director discovers an unaccountedfor body in her basement, she turns to Robbie Munro for help making it disappear.At the same time, a wealthy corporate raider wants Robbie to find his missing stepdaughter.It doesnt take long for Robbie to realise they may be asking about the same person.As the case unfolds, unsettling links emerge between the present day and a centuriesold witch trial. The parallels are hard to ignore. The timing is worse.With his fathers new girlfriend complicating matters and the facts refusing to line up, Robbie is left trying to piece together something that shouldnt fit.Because this time, its not just the case thats strange.Its how far back it reaches.How Come?is Book 13 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly.___________________________________________________________________Praise for theBest Defence Series: A masterclass in setup, payoff, and surprise Warm, witty, and full of personality Fast-paced, gripping, and hugely entertaining A fresh, authentic take on crime with a truly human hero Rich in atmosphere with a strong sense of place Twists that surprise without ever feeling forced