by Paul Addison
First published 1997
The clock starts ticking when the protagonist faces an impossible deadline that will determine life or death. Someone must make a choice that cannot be undone. The pressure builds as options disappear one by one. Every decision carries weight. Every moment matters. The central character discovers that knowing right from wrong becomes complicated when survival is at stake. Time constrains every move. The story examines what people will do when pushed to their limits. Moral certainties crumble under extreme pressure. The emotional heart of the novel lies in how ordinary people respond when forced to act quickly in extraordinary circumstances. Addison creates a scenario where hesitation means failure and action demands sacrifice.
Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: high-stakes, ticking-clock
496 pages · Paperback · Pimlico / Random House