When the body of a woman is discovered near the quarry by two youngsters, Max Trentham  has a feeling of deja vu.  The naked body was wrapped in a sheet as a shroud. Her throat was slashed and a red ribbon with the victim's wedding ring was tied around her waist.

Five years ago four women had been killed in the same manner.  At the time Jill Kennedy's profile of the murderer pointed to Edward Marshall. In his flight from the police chase, Marshall's car plunged over a cliff.  His body was never recovered.

Now Max wonders whether Marshall had survived and was resuming his murder spree.   Or is this a copy cat at work?  Videos made by Marshall of his murders surface. Now Trentham must try to trace their possessor. He has a number of possibilities: Vince, the husband of Carol Blakely, the murdered woman; Kinley Roberts, Jill's handsome neighbor; or Marshall.  Investigation takes Max and Jill into the pasts of these suspects' lives. When another murder occurs they must intensify their probing to prevent any further tragedies.

This is an engaging psychological thriller combining excellent police procedures with intense analysis on the part of the forensic psychologist.  The relationship between Max and Jill has regained its previous closeness.  The characters are realistic and sympathetic.   The atmosphere of suspense is effectively maintained throughout, with a surprising solution.