by J.D. Robb
Part of In Death, book 27.5
First published 2008
A naked man covered in blood bursts into an upscale gathering, clutching a knife and babbling that he might have committed murder. Lieutenant Eve Dallas arrives to find a scene that defies easy explanation. The intruder's confused state and the ritualistic elements surrounding the incident point toward occult practices, but Dallas remains skeptical of supernatural explanations. She must separate fact from hysteria as she hunts for both the actual crime and those responsible for orchestrating it. The investigation pulls Dallas into a world where wealthy elites may be dabbling in dangerous ceremonies. As she digs deeper, she faces the challenge of distinguishing between elaborate theater and genuine violence. Dallas must rely on her instincts and detective skills to uncover the truth behind what appears to be devil worship but may be something far more calculated and human.
Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, detective
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: investigation, supernatural-elements
3 pages · MP3 CD · Brilliance Audio
Content warnings: violence