'Murder Book' by Thomas Perry follows the story of Harry Duncan, a former police officer turned private investigator, who is sent to a small Midwest town to investigate organized crime. As Harry delves deeper into the case, he uncovers an intricate web of crime and corruption, leading to unexpected twists and turns. The writing style is described as action-packed, with a focus on character development and intricate plot details. combines elements of suspense, mystery, and thriller, keeping the reader engaged from start to finish.
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Contains themes of violence, organized crime, and kidnapping, which may be unsettling to some readers.
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An ex-cop takes on a widespread criminal organization targeting Midwestern towns in this "master class in the craft of suspense" (New York Times) from the author of The Old Man.
When a sudden crime wave hits several small midwestern towns, the U.S. Attorney for the region calls on Harry Duncan to investigate. An ex-cop known for his unorthodox methods, Duncan is reluctant to go up against a widespread criminal organization-but the attorney in question is Ellen Leicester, the wife who left him fifteen years earlier, and to her, he can't say no.
Initially brought in as a consultant to determine if the racketeering is severe enough to require an all-out investigation by the FBI, Duncan quickly finds himself in conflict with a syndicate far more violent than first suspected. As the investigation develops, he begins compiling a "murder book," the notebook in which a detective keeps records, interviews, photos-everything he needs to build his case. But his scrutiny of the gang soon makes Duncan a target. And Ellen, too.
A thrilling and suspenseful tour of crime-addled midwestern towns, Murder Book is signature Thomas Perry, with characters you won't soon forget, crisply-described action sequences, and breathlessly-tense plotting that will keep you racing through the pages.
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