We Begin at the End

The book (clutch book format).

How to escape from the past if life is a closed circle?

Thirty years ago, Vincent King became a murderer. After serving his full sentence, he returns to his hometown on the California coast, where not everyone is happy to see him again. For example, Star Radley — Vincent's ex-girlfriend and... the sister of the one he killed.
Thirty years ago, Sheriff Walker was Vincent King's best friend. He never managed to shake off the all-consuming sense of guilt. After all, it was because of his testimony that Vincent ended up in prison for several decades.
Thirty years ago, Duchess Radley was not yet born. She is only thirteen, yet she already considers herself "outlawed." Rules are made for others — not for her. Only she can take care of her little brother and wayward mother, whom Duchess fiercely defends against all odds.

And now this fury triggers a chain of events that culminates in tragedy not only for her family but for the entire town...

A novel that everyone calls a masterpiece. A novel about murder and retribution. About secrets and lies. About what people are willing to do to protect those they love. About the indelible bonds between friends, family, and lovers. About good and evil, and about us — living our lives somewhere in between...