The Witness

The Witness
Publication
Author	Nora Roberts
Pseudonym
Publisher	Putnam Adult
Publication date	4/12
Format/Imprint code	Putnam hc
ISBN10	0399159126
ISBN13	9782298079531
Series
Series	Standalone
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The Witness is a novel by Nora Roberts first published by Putnam Adult.

Plot summary

In her stunning 200th novel, #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts proves why no one is better “when it comes to flawlessly fusing high-stakes suspense with red-hot romance" (Booklist, starred review). Daughter of a cold, controlling mother and an anonymous donor, studious, obedient Elizabeth Fitch finally let loose one night, drinking too much at a nightclub and allowing a strange man’s seductive Russian accent to lure her to a house on Lake Shore Drive. Twelve years later, the woman now known as Abigail Lowery lives alone on the outskirts of a small town in the Ozarks. A freelance security systems designer, her own protection is supplemented by a fierce dog and an assortment of firearms. She keeps to herself, saying little, revealing nothing. Unfortunately, that seems to be the quickest way to get attention in a tiny southern town. The mystery of Abigail Lowery and her sharp mind, secretive nature and unromantic viewpoint intrigues local police chief Brooks Gleason, on both a personal and professional level. And while he suspects that Abigail needs protection from something, Gleason is accustomed to two-bit troublemakers, not the powerful and dangerous men who are about to have him in their sights. And Abigail Lowery, who has built a life based on security and self-control, is at risk of losing both.

Characters

• Elizabeth Fitch
• Abigail Lowery
• Brooks Gleason

Setting

Ozarks

Publication history

• Original publication: Putnam Adult, 4/12 (Putnam hc)