The First Cut: A Novel (Nan Vining)

Meet LAPD homicide detective Nan Vining in this gripping thriller that'll keep you turning pages well past bedtime. When a brutal attack leaves her fighting for survival, Vining must navigate her recovery while hunting a predator who's left his mark on her—literally and psychologically. Dianne Emley crafts a taut, character-driven mystery with a protagonist who's tough, vulnerable, and utterly compelling. Perfect for fans of Tess Gerritsen and Karin Slaughter who love their crime fiction sharp and uncompromising.