Once again, prepare to dive deep into the twisted depths of the criminal mind as we explore the dark underbelly of a city that shines so brightly. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you the mind-bending storytelling skills of the one and only Jonathan Kellerman, brought to life by the captivating narration of John Rubinstein. With an audiobook rating of a resounding 4.4 out of 5, this thrilling tale will keep you on the edge of your seat for a whopping 10 hours and 5 minutes.
Listen closely as we embark on a harrowing and suspenseful manhunt, led by none other than the modern-day Sherlock Holmes of the psyche himself, Dr. Alex Delaware. Our story begins with a tipsy young woman, desperately seeking help on a desolate highway, only to vanish into the inky black night. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Brace yourself as a retired schoolteacher meets a tragic end, brutally stabbed to death in broad daylight. And if that's not enough to send chills down your spine, two women are horrifically butchered after the doors of a small-town beauty parlor have been locked for the night.
What could possibly connect these acts of pure cruelty and psychopathology? It seems that our killer has a particular affinity for luxury vehicles, leaving behind a trail of baffled detectives who are at a loss for motive. These mind-boggling whodunits demand the undivided attention of LAPD detective Milo Sturgis and his trusty partner in crime-solving, psychologist Alex Delaware.
But fear not, dear listeners, for the mystery unravels with a single bloodstain in a stolen sedan. As Delaware and Sturgis follow this thread, their investigation takes an unexpected turn. The hunt will lead them from the glamorous heart of Los Angeles society to the grimy fringes of the city, crossing paths with commodities brokers and even transvestite hookers. But that's just the beginning. Their relentless pursuit for answers takes them all the way to the concrete jungle of New York City, where a long-cold case begins to thaw, revealing a grotesque homicidal crusade.
Prepare to be mesmerized by a killer who defies identification, a shape-shifter who leaves behind a trail of bewildered witnesses and death. As our intrepid duo, Alex and Milo, confront the true face of murderous madness, you'll find yourself questioning your own sanity. This is not just a crime novel, my friends. This is a psychological rollercoaster that will leave you breathless and begging for more. So, strap in, press play, and let the journey begin.
