The Hunt: A Decker/Lazarus Novel (Decker/Lazarus Novels, 27)

Dive into a thrilling new chapter in the beloved Decker/Lazarus series with Faye Kellerman's "The Hunt: A Decker/Lazarus Novel (Decker/Lazarus Novels, 27)." This gripping hardcover edition, published by William Morrow in 2022, plunges Detective Peter Decker and his wife, Rina Lazarus, into a complex web of crime, family drama, and desperate measures, testing their limits in ways they never imagined. When a body surfaces in the same upstate New York woods where a man previously vanished, Peter and his partner, Detective Tyler McAdams, find themselves entangled in a perplexing unsolved case. The discovery quickly evolves into a high-stakes investigation, demanding their full attention as they navigate a maze of clues and potential suspects. However, the professional investigation is soon overshadowed by a deeply personal crisis. Teresa McLaughlin, the biological mother of Peter and Rina's foster son, Gabe, arrives in Los Angeles with her two children, fleeing a turbulent divorce and seeking refuge. But instead of finding solace, Teresa falls victim to a brutal attack, leaving her children kidnapped and her clinging to life. Desperate and with no one else to turn to, Gabe reaches out to Peter and Rina for help. Realizing the gravity of the situation, they reluctantly decide to involve Gabe's estranged biological father, Christopher Donatti. Donatti, a reformed (or so he claims) former hitman with deep ties to the criminal underworld and now a wealthy Nevada businessman, represents a risky alliance. Peter, Rina, and Gabe are all acutely aware that enlisting Donatti's aid is a dangerous gamble, a deal with the devil that could have far-reaching and devastating consequences. However, the hope of rescuing the kidnapped children before it's too late forces their hand. As Peter, Rina, Gabe, and the volatile Donatti form an uneasy alliance, they embark on a frantic race against time, tracking the kidnappers through the dark underbelly of Los Angeles. Each clue uncovered leads them closer to a confrontation that promises to be explosive, with no guarantee of a happy ending. Will they be able to save the children, or will their desperate actions unleash a chain of events that will leave everyone involved irrevocably scarred? "The Hunt" showcases Faye Kellerman's mastery of the crime thriller genre. With a compelling plot, complex characters, and sharp insights into the dynamics of family and morality, Kellerman delivers a page-turning suspense novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. A worthy addition to the series, and an excellent read for fans of mystery, suspense, and intricate police procedurals. It weighs 658g and spans 496 pages.