The second was far more violent and invasive. It's a characteristic pattern. The crimes become more violent and uncontrolled. The perpetrator gets caught. I suddenly felt as if a cloud had passed over the sun.
Most people read at night, and it can be rather frightening.
Of course, in crime publishing, frightening is a very good thing. Especially if it is well-written and cleverly constructed. And although crime fiction fans are among the literary world's most discerning and quick to sniff out bad work, they are also fiercely loyal when it comes to their author heroes. In just five years, Nicci French has become one of those heroes. Gerrard and French said they never intended to mislead readers about the author's identity.