We begin at the end - Chris Whitaker (9789669938268)

Thirty years ago, Vincent King became a murderer. After serving his entire sentence, he returns to his hometown on the California coast, where not everyone is happy to see him again. For example, Star Radley is the sister of the one he killed. Thirty years ago, Star Radley was Vincent King's girlfriend. She is so broken by her past that she has hit rock bottom and needs the constant care of her teenage daughter and Walk, a family friend. Thirty years ago, Walk was Vincent King's best friend. He became the local police chief, but could not get rid of the all-consuming feeling of guilt. After all, it was because of his testimony that Vincent ended up in prison for several decades. Thirty years ago, Dutchess Radley was not yet born. She's only thirteen, but she already considers herself an "outlaw." The rules were made for others, not for her. The whole family is supported by her - five-year-old brother Robin and dissolute mother Star Radley, whom Dutchess fiercely protects no matter what. And this rage sets off a chain of events that turns into a tragedy not only for her family, but for the entire city...