Foreword Reviews 2013 Book of the Year Finalist Everyone called the whistleblower’s death a suicide, including his own wife. But when Jude Brannock, an animal rights investigator, begins asking questions about the processing plant where the whistleblower worked, events turn even uglier. There’s something the town doesn’t want anyone to see. Jude’s determination to get to the truth leads her to Carolyn Chapel, a teenager who has inexplicable visions of her own death – confusing to the young girl and deeply troubling to her family. The teen latches onto Jude as someone who can save her. But Carolyn may know more about the whistleblower’s death than she understands. And as Jude gets closer to finding out what the plant is desperate to keep hidden, the troubled girl’s knowledge may make her visions a reality, for both her and Jude. “Fast paced, with a deft blend of mystery and suspense, The Chain is a promising start to a new series.” – Kayti Nika Taet for Readers’ Favorite “I couldn't believe my good fortune when I found out that two of my passions, animal rights and suspense fiction, could be found in one superbly crafted book.” “The author’s background as a private investigator and assistant DA in NY, along with her dual passions for writing and for animals, make this a hard book to put down.” “Suspensefully draws you in, great read! Edge of your seat page turner! Gives the reader a great look at what investigators do, what they experience and just how blinded society is.” “Teacher gives this book an A+” “Just finished the book and I loved every minute of it!!!!” Foreword Reviews 2013 Book of the Year Finalist "Robin Lamont is a master of suspense, and her latest novel is no exception. Prepare to be on the edge of your seat as you read about harrowing undercover investigations into the dark and hidden world of factory farming. Lamont paints an all-too-real picture of a world in which abuse of animals and humans goes hand in hand, and where the lines between good guys and bad guys are never as clear as you think. You won't want to put this book down!" Paul Shapiro , Vice President of Farm Animal Protection, The Humane Society of the United States "Foreword Reviews 2013 Book of the Year Finalist" - "From the first page I was caught in the grip of this fast-moving tale. Robin Lamont is a smooth operator who cleverly navigates a subject too often swept under the rug." Jonathan Balcombe , author of Second Nature: The Inner Lives of Animals "Foreword Reviews 2013 Book of the Year Finalist" - "Robin Lamont has successfully melded a riveting and intriguing suspense novel with the hidden realities inside today's high-speed slaughterhouse operations. A gripping suspense novel which will hold readers rapt from page one, The Chain is a must read for both animal activists and the public at large." Gail Eisnitz , author of Slaughterhouse