Kate Rhodes was born in London. She has taught English at universities in Britain and the United States, and now writes full-time. Kate is the author of two collections of poetry, Reversal and The Alice Trap. She has been awarded English Speaking Union and Hawthornden Fellowships for poetry, and shortlisted for a number of other prestigious prizes, including the Bridport and Forward Prizes.Her first novel, CROSSBONES YARD, was published in June 2012. Visit Kate's website at http://katerhodes.org or follow her on Twitter @K_RhodesWriter.
Page-turning -- Penny Hancock, author of <i>Tideline</i> A terrific new heroine on the block * Woman & Home * First-rate writing * Publishers Weekly * Like Nicci French, Kate Rhodes excels at character, pace and sense of place -- Erin Kelly, author of THE POISON TREE Quentin is one of a cast of really believable and entertaining characters and both the plot and the writing keep one thoroughly engaged throughout * Daily Mail * A fast-moving, entertaining mix of sex, suspense and serial killings * Washington Post * A pacy psychological thriller that makes good use of its London setting -- Laura Wilson * Guardian * An utterly brilliant, exhilarating read -- Elizabeth Haynes, author of <i>In the Darkest Corner</i> Alice is a vividly realised protagonist whose complex and harrowing history rivals the central crime storyline -- Sophie Hannah * Sunday Express * Great twists, turns and surprises * Sun * Praise for Kate Rhodes * . *