First published 2011
Private investigator Regan Reilly finds herself drawn into chaos at a New Jersey shopping center. When a flash mob event spirals out of control, what begins as harmless fun quickly turns dangerous. Regan must navigate the aftermath as the situation escalates beyond anyone's expectations. The mall becomes a pressure cooker of tension as security concerns mount and people panic. Regan works to uncover who orchestrated the event and why it went so wrong. She faces mounting obstacles as she tries to restore order and protect innocent bystanders. The investigation forces her to dig into the motivations behind the flash mob while dealing with its explosive consequences. At its heart, this is a story about how quickly public gatherings can turn volatile and the courage needed to step into the fray when others run away.
Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: amateur-sleuth, investigation
Setting: New Jersey
272 pages · Hardcover · Scribner