First published 2009
In a busy Atlanta hospital, Dr. Sara Linton is thrust into a frantic police investigation when she confronts driven detective Will Trent. In the backwoods, Will uncovers a hidden house of horror, but the killer remains at large. As they race to find another abducted woman, the truth hits hard: the torture chamber has been found, but the killer's grip on his victims has not been broken. This electrifying thriller from bestselling author Karin Slaughter weaves together complex, unforgettable characters as they confront the darkest corners of the human psyche.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, thriller
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: cat-and-mouse, race-against-time
Setting: Atlanta (Ga.)
436 pages · Hardcover · Delacorte Press
Content warnings: torture, violence