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MERCY By Annette du Toit A Psychological Crime Thriller Leila Le Roux was broken long before the world ever noticed she was missing. Years after her own abuse, she returns to society as a ghost, watching, waiting, and quietly deciding who deserves to live. To the young women trapped in lives of shame and pain, Leila offers an end to their suffering. To the world, she is a monster. To her victims, she is mercy. Her ritual is methodical. Each body is wrapped in white sheets and placed with care, a silent message to the city that justice can take many forms. When profiler Alex Barclay and Detective Sergeant Plaaitjies Paulse are called to investigate, they find themselves confronting not just a killer but a reckoning. Each murder peels back layers of society's hidden cruelty, and Alex begins to wonder if Leila is driven by rage... or redemption. But when Leila's path collides with the man who once destroyed her innocence, mercy turns to vengeance. And this time, the line between savior and killer is blurred beyond recognition. MERCY is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into trauma, morality, and the haunting question. If your first kill felt like justice, would you ever stop?

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About the author As a first-time published South African author, Annette's inaugural Psychological Thriller, ""Dolls"" (2024), From her lifelong fascination with crime and thriller books and TV shows. Her passion for the genre has shaped her writing style, and she specializes in crafting gripping psychological thrillers that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Annette finds solace on a charming farm near Hluhluwe, a picturesque haven in the heart of Zululand. Surrounded by the love and support of her family, she shares this idyllic setting with her son Pierre. Close by are her daughter Monique, grandchildren Devan and Liane, and her mother, Pat Strydom, creating a warm and nurturing atmosphere that inspires her creativity and fuels her passion for writing. Annette holds a Diploma in creative writing from SA College of Home Study (Pty) Ltd. and a TEFL Diploma, Level 5, UK Government-regulated by Ofqual and DEAC-approved. Annette balances her creative pursuits with practical endeavors, devoting hours to translation and editing tasks that hone her language skills and attention to detail.

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