Publisher's Synopsis
When Hannah Graham, a vibrant and beloved young woman, goes missing without a trace, her disappearance sets off a chain of events that rocks the community to its core. As the search intensifies, the truth gradually unravels, revealing a hidden world of darkness lurking in the shadows.
Written with profound emotion and meticulous detail, this book takes readers on a haunting journey through the intertwined lives of Hannah's grieving family, determined investigators, and the insidious criminal, Jesse Matthew. With each chapter, the chilling extent of Matthew's crimes becomes shockingly apparent, leaving readers on the edge of their seats.
But amidst the heartache and devastation, there is hope. Hannah's mother, Sue, emerges as a powerful voice, describing her daughter not only as a victim but as a valiant heroine whose spirit captivated an entire community. Sue's impassioned victim impact statement during Matthew's sentencing brings forth the revelation that Hannah unknowingly played a crucial role in capturing a serial rapist and murderer, ultimately exposing a hidden evil that had plagued Charlottesville for years.
