Shadow Play: An Eve Duncan Novel

Shadow Play, a novel by Iris Johansen, is a New York Times bestseller focusing on Eve Duncan, the renowned artist in the field of forensic sculpting. Ever since Eve's daughter Bonnie was abducted and murdered at the age of seven, she has been dedicated to her work. She feels a deep sense of duty towards the victims whose remains she reconstructs.

When a sheriff in California reaches out to Eve for assistance in reconstructing the skull of a nine-year-old girl who has been buried for eight years, Eve is intrigued by his intensity and commitment to the case. However, things take a chilling turn when the ghost of the young girl starts communicating with Eve. Suddenly, Eve finds herself deeply entwined in the case, reminiscent of her experience with Bonnie's murder.

Determined to bring justice and closure to the little girl, Eve delves into the investigation, unaware that the killer is still at large. The murderer is aware of Eve's involvement in the case and will stop at nothing to keep their identity hidden, even if it means eliminating anyone who poses a threat.

Eve is faced with a dangerous game of cat and mouse as she races against time to uncover the killer's identity before it's too late. With the haunting presence of the young girl guiding her, Eve must navigate through shadows of deception and danger to bring a sense of peace to the victims and ultimately herself.

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