When a fresh start in a sleepy little town turns into a nightmare... Dr. Claire Elliot had hoped to make a fresh start for herself and her son Noah by moving to the tranquil town of Tranquility. But the peace doesn't last long: shortly after Claire takes over the local medical practice, violent outbreaks occur among the teenagers, even claiming lives. The doctor encounters a stubborn wall of silence from the residents – only Police Chief Kelly shares her concern. Together, they begin their investigation. Little does Dr. Elliot suspect the terrible secret they are about to uncover... For even more chilling suspense from bestselling author Tess Gerritsen, also read 'Spy Coast - The Spy' or the cases for Detective Jane Rizzoli and pathologist Maura Isles! Biography (Tess Gerritsen) Tess Gerritsen, of Chinese descent, worked successfully as a doctor before returning to her childhood passion and beginning to write novels. For many years, few authors have combined narrative finesse with medical precision and psychological credibility of their characters as skillfully as she has. Tess Gerritsen lives with her family in Maine. New product