Mary Higgins Clark - Daddy's Little Girl

In Mary Higgins Clark's suspense novel Daddy's Little Girl, investigative reporter Ellie Cavanaugh is haunted by her sister Andrea's murder 22 years ago. At seven years old, Ellie's testimony helped convict Rob Westerfield, Andrea's wealthy boyfriend, but now he is being paroled while still claiming innocence. Convinced of Westerfield's guilt, Ellie returns to her hometown to write a book re-examining the case and proving he is the killer. Her investigation, however, uncovers shocking new facts that cast doubt on Westerfield's conviction and reveal deep family secrets. As she gets closer to the truth, Ellie is plunged into a dangerous confrontation with the desperate, real killer. The book explores themes of justice, unreliable memory, and the lasting impact of trauma on a family.