Publisher's Synopsis
From her first day as PA to the celebrated Mina Appleton, wealthy owner of a supermarket chain, Christine Butcher understands what is expected of her. Absolute loyalty. Absolute discretion. For twenty years, Christine has been a most devoted servant, a silent witness to everything in Mina's life. So quiet, you'd hardly know she was there. Day after day, year after year, Christine has been present, invisible - watching, listening, absorbing all the secrets floating around her. Keeping them safe. Christine is trusted. But those years of loyalty and discretion come with a high price. And eventually Christine will pay. Yet, it would be a mistake to underestimate such a steadfast woman. Because as everyone is about to discover, there's a dangerously fine line between obedience and obsession...