Part of Alan Gregory, book 12
First published 2004
Gibbs Storey attracts men effortlessly, but her secure world crumbles when the man she trusted breaks her heart. Her ordeal marks just the beginning of something far worse. Psychologist Alan Gregory handles disturbing cases regularly, yet nothing prepares him for the brutal confession that lands on his desk. The shocking revelation traps him in an impossible situation. He must decide whether to protect himself or save innocent people who will otherwise face a merciless serial killer. Alan cannot predict that both paths might lead to his death. The confession creates a web of danger that tightens around everyone involved. As the killer continues hunting victims, Alan realizes that his professional expertise may not be enough to survive what comes next. The case forces him into territory where his training offers little guidance and every choice carries deadly consequences.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, psychological-thriller
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: moral-dilemma, unreliable-narrator
MP3 CD · Brilliance Audio
Content warnings: mental-illness, violence