A spooky, brilliantly constructed suspense novel. Clues are planted throughout the novel like poisonous plants, which you don't recognize until it's much too late. Trust no one in this novel, except for Ruth Weir. She comes up with a completely captivating tale, again.” Jane Casey, author of The Burn She was looking for something else entirely, when she stumbled upon the ad. But it seemed like an opportunity she couldn't pass up: a job as a live-in nanny, with a surprisingly attractive salary. Upon her arrival, she was impressed by the luxurious and ancient house, equipped with all modern comforts, and fell in love with the beautiful Scottish Highlands, and fell in love with this perfect family. What you did not imagine is that she is entering into a nightmare, which will end with a dead child, and with her in a cell awaiting trial for murder. She is aware that she has made mistakes, but is adamant that she is not guilty. At least, she's not guilty of murder. Which means someone else is guilty.