The Murder Book [Hardcover] Kellerman, Jonathan

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The Murder Book [Hardcover] Kellerman, Jonathan Book is in very good condition! There is only light wear from use. The pages are clean with no marks. Jonathan Kellerman, renowned f or his seventeen consecutive bestselling novels, has established himself as a master of the psychological thriller. In his latest and most compelling work yet, he presents a gripping narrative in which L.A. psychologist-detective Alex Delaware is faced with a perplexing and brutal cold case murder. Not only does the resolution of this disturbing case threaten his own survival but also that of his longtime friend, homicide detective Milo Sturgis. The unsettling chain of events begins when Alex unexpectedly receives a mysterious package in the mail, devoid of any sender information. Inside lies an elaborately crafted album containing gruesome crime scene photographs, aptly titled "The Murder Book". Perplexed by the motive behind the delivery of this deathly compilation, Alex seeks the expertise of Milo. Upon viewing the album, Milo is profoundly disturbed by one particular image that of a young woman who had been tortured, strangled, and discarded near a freeway ramp. This case resonates deeply with Milo as it was one of his initial assignments when he was a rookie homicide officer. Tragically, he failed to solve the heinous crime due to premature closure of the investigation by the department. The unresolved fate of the young victim haunts Milo, but his own apprehensions prevented him from pursuing the truth, gradually leading him to forget the case. Or so he had believed. Now, after two decades, the past resurfaces as someone deliberately stirs the ashes of this forgotten case. Determined to uncover the truth behind what transpired twenty years ago, Alex and Milo embark on a relentless investigation, unaware that their every move is being watched, and their lives are in grave danger. As their quest for answers delves deep into the influential and affluent realms of present and past Los Angeles, they gradually unravel layers upon layers of disturbing secrets, ultimately revealing that the murder of one forgotten girl holds chilling implications extending far beyond the loss of a single life. A timeless tale of the eternal struggle between good and evil, sacrifice and transgression, "The Murder Book" is an enthralling page-turner that exposes the darkest recesses of the human psyche. Indeed, it is an astonishing tour de force. FEATURES Show more