In The Waiting, renowned detective Renée Ballard finds herself at the mercy of her own dark past as she navigates a complex web of secrets and lies in the sleepy town of Santa Barbara. When a young woman goes missing, Ballard is tasked with tracking down her sister, only to uncover a tangled thread of deceit that leads her on a perilous journey through the very streets where she grew up.

As she delves deeper into the mystery, Ballard must confront her own demons and face the harsh realities of her past. With the help of old friend Harry Bosch, she must unravel the threads of a conspiracy that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. But as the stakes grow higher, Ballard begins to wonder if she's running out of time - or if there are any more surprises waiting for her in this twisted game of cat and mouse.

Part mystery novel, part psychological thriller, The Waiting is a gripping exploration of the human condition that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.