Part of Alan Gregory, book 2
First published 2005
Dr. Alan Gregory finds himself pulled into a deadly investigation when a brutal winter storm traps him in Colorado's mountains. The clinical psychologist discovers that beneath the snow-covered landscape lies a web of hidden transgressions that connect to a series of murders. Gregory must use his professional skills to understand the psychological profile of a killer whose crimes reveal disturbing patterns. As the blizzard intensifies, Gregory realizes he is not just hunting the murderer but being drawn into the twisted mind of someone who has turned violence into a calculated practice. The investigation forces Gregory to confront how well he truly understands human nature and whether his clinical training has prepared him for the reality of evil. With each clue he uncovers, Gregory moves closer to a confrontation that will test both his professional expertise and his personal survival instincts.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, psychological-thriller
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: cat-and-mouse, investigative-journalism, man-vs-nature
Setting: Colorado, Mountains
Period: Winter
432 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Berkley Books
Content warnings: graphic-violence, murder, violence