Serpentine (Alex Delaware 36)
The electrifying new Alex Delaware thriller from the #1 New York Times bestselling master of suspense.
Ellie Barker is a self-made millionaire by the age of forty, and is obsessed with reopening the coldest of cases: the decades-old death of the mother she never knew. She hires LAPD homicide lieutenant Milo Sturgis to help.
Twenty-five years ago Ellie's mother was found with a bullet in her head in a torched Cadillac that has overturned on infamously treacherous Mulholland Drive. No physical evidence, no witnesses, no apparent motive. And a slew of detectives have already worked the job and failed.
This is a case that calls for the insight of brilliant psychologist Alex Delaware. And as he and Sturgis begin digging, the mist begins to lift. There are too many coincidences. Facts turn out to be anything but. And as they soon discover, very real threats are lurking in the present...
Delve into the Twisted Maze of "Serpentine," a Spine-Chilling Novel by Jonathan Kellerman
Journey into the dark recesses of human nature with "Serpentine," the gripping psychological thriller penned by the master of suspense, Jonathan Kellerman. Join Alex Delaware, the acclaimed child psychologist, as he embarks on a treacherous quest to unmask a cunning killer who leaves a trail of shattered lives in his wake.
In the labyrinthine world of Los Angeles, a series of gruesome murders rocks the city, each victim seemingly chosen at random. The killer, a master of manipulation and deceit, taunts the authorities with cryptic messages, leaving them baffled and desperate for answers. As the body count rises, Alex Delaware is drawn into the investigation, his keen intellect and empathetic nature making him the key to unlocking the secrets that lie hidden in the shadows.
As Alex delves deeper into the twisted psyche of the killer, he finds himself entangled in a treacherous game of cat and mouse. The lines between justice and obsession blur as Alex risks his own life to protect those he holds dear. The boundaries of sanity are tested, and the dark underbelly of human desire is explored in chilling detail.
With each twist and turn, Jonathan Kellerman masterfully ratchets up the tension, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. "Serpentine" is a mesmerizing blend of psychological suspense and heart-pounding action, a testament to Kellerman's storytelling prowess.
Dive into the serpentine depths of this gripping thriller and witness Alex Delaware's relentless pursuit of justice. "Serpentine" is a must-read for fans of psychological suspense, leaving an unforgettable mark on your mind long after you finish the final chapter.
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