Robert Crais is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty novels, many of them featuring private investigator Elvis Cole and his laconic ex-cop partner, Joe Pike. Before writing his first novel, Crais spent several years writing scripts for such major television series as Hill Street Blues, Cagney & Lacey, Miami Vice, Quincy, Baretta, and L.A. Law. He received an Emmy nomination for his work on Hill Street Blues, and one of his standalone novels, Hostage, was made into a movie starring Bruce Willis. His novels have been translated into forty-two languages and are bestsellers around the world. A native of Louisiana, he lives in Los Angeles.
“What a perfect book: It has layered, appealing characters, a
riveting plot, a most satisfying ending—and a German shepherd!
Investigator Elvis Cole thinks he’s finding a missing woman, but
what unfolds is a case involving explosives, terrorists, betrayals,
and broken hearts. Grade: A.”—Cleveland Plain Dealer
“Robert Crais takes the most popular characters from previous
novels and shakes them up in an intense and thrilling mystery.
Crais delivers a master class in writing with this latest
novel.”—Associated Press
“After 20 novels, Crais remains one of crime fiction's smartest and
most effortless plotters. The story unfolds with supreme
ease.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Master crime fiction writer Crais delivers another winner....For
readers who long for character crossovers and unambiguous
resolutions, this excellent thriller should fit the bill. A
skillfully convoluted plot evolves ever so slowly and culminates in
a satisfying finish that also successfully ties up multiple story
lines.”—Library Journal
“MWA Grandmaster Crais is at the top of his game.”—Publishers
Weekly (starred review)
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