Caroline Erikson's compelling psychological thriller, 'The Missing', plunges readers into a harrowing quest for truth when a child vanishes without a trace. As the desperate search unfolds, detective Erika Winter uncovers a labyrinth of buried family secrets, long-held resentments, and a community steeped in suspicion. Erikson masterfully crafts a tense atmosphere, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as Winter races against time to piece together fragmented clues and confront the dark truths hidden beneath a seemingly perfect surface. This gripping narrative explores the profound impact of loss and the relentless pursuit of justice.