Lost Hours

Beth Rivers is feeling at home in Alaska, but when a bloodied woman is found on a tourist ship, she claims she was kidnapped from her home in Juneau three days earlier. Beth and police chief Gril think the two cases are interwoven, but the clues to solving them are harder to unravel.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 18 December 2023
Publisher: Minotaur Books,US

A year after her arrival in Benedict, Alaska, Beth Rivers has settled into her new home with a sense of belonging. Despite the return of outsiders eager to savor the fleeting summer perfection, Beth feels a profound sense of contentment and has finally managed to exorcise most of her demons. In a remarkable turn of events, she has reconnected with her father, Eddy Rivers, and is navigating the delicate balance between anger and forgiveness.

One sunny July day, Beth embarks on a tourist ship to explore the majestic glaciers, the primary attraction for visitors to the region. It's a venture she has yet to undertake, but her curiosity piques. However, their journey takes an unexpected turn when the captain is forced to navigate to an island. To their surprise, they discover a bloodied woman standing on the shore, desperately waving for help.

When the woman is brought aboard, she reveals that she was kidnapped from her home in Juneau three days prior. According to her, a bear on the island killed her captor. Surprisingly, she remains unharmed.

Beth finds solace and empathy in Sadie, the woman she rescued. Sadie confides in Beth that she has been living under witness protection in Juneau and that the local police are not fond of her. As another kidnapping occurs, Beth and the police chief, Gril, cannot help but suspect that the two cases are interconnected. However, unraveling the clues to solve these mysteries proves to be a challenging task.

As the investigation unfolds, Beth and Sadie become closer, forming a bond based on their shared experiences. They discover that Sadie has a hidden past and a reason for being in Juneau. Together, they navigate the treacherous waters of the investigation, facing obstacles and challenges that test their strength and resilience.

Through their journey, Beth and Sadie learn valuable lessons about trust, forgiveness, and the power of second chances. They confront their fears and insecurities, and together they uncover the truth behind the kidnappings. In the end, they emerge stronger and more united, having overcome the obstacles that threatened to tear them apart.

Beth's experience in Alaska has transformed her in ways she never could have imagined. She has found her father, reconnected with her roots, and discovered a sense of purpose that she had been searching for. Sadie, too, has found a new beginning, thanks to Beth's unwavering support and compassion.

As the summer season draws to a close, Beth and Sadie bid farewell, knowing that their paths may diverge. However, the memories of their journey will stay with them forever, reminding them of the strength and resilience that can be found even in the most challenging circumstances.

In conclusion, Beth Rivers' journey to Alaska is a testament to the power of resilience, forgiveness, and second chances. Through her experiences, she has learned to let go of her demons, reconnect with her family, and find her place in the world. Her journey has also inspired others to embrace their own journeys of self-discovery and healing, and to never give up hope, even in the face of adversity.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 233 x 154 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250846617