A Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon Charts bestseller.
Lisa Gray explodes onto the literary stage with this taut, edge-of-the-seat thriller, and her headstrong protagonist, Jessica Shaw, reminiscent of Lee Childs Jack Reacher, delivers a serious punch. Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author
Private investigator Jessica Shaw is used to getting anonymous tips. But after receiving a photo of a three-year-old kidnapped from Los Angeles twenty-five years ago, Jessica is stunned to recognize the little girl as herself.
Eager for answers, Jessica heads to LAs dark underbelly. When she learns that her biological mother was killed the night she was abducted, Jessicas determined to solve a case the police have forgotten. Meanwhile, veteran LAPD detective Jason Pryce is in the midst of a gruesome investigation into a murdered college student moonlighting as a prostitute. A chance encounter leads to them crossing paths, but Jessica soon realizes that Pryce is hiding something about her fathers checkered history and her mothers death.
To solve her mothers murder and her own disappearance, Jessica must dig into the past and find the secrets buried there. But the air gets thinner as she crawls closer to the truth, and its getting harder and harder to breathe.
Dive into the gripping world of "Thin Air (Jessica Shaw, 1)" by Lisa Gray, a pulse-pounding thriller that will leave you breathless until the very last page. This Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon Charts bestseller introduces Jessica Shaw, a tenacious and resourceful private investigator, whose own past becomes the very mystery she needs to unravel. Jessica Shaw's life takes an unexpected turn when an anonymous tip delivers a shocking revelation: a photograph of a three-year-old girl kidnapped from Los Angeles twenty-five years prior a girl who bears an uncanny resemblance to Jessica herself. Driven by an insatiable hunger for answers, Jessica embarks on a perilous journey to the dark underbelly of Los Angeles, determined to unearth the truth about her abduction and the fate of her biological mother. The deeper Jessica digs, the more dangerous her quest becomes. She discovers that her mother was murdered the very night she was taken, transforming her personal search into a cold case investigation that the police have long abandoned. Undeterred, Jessica vows to bring the killer to justice, even if it means facing deadly consequences. Meanwhile, veteran LAPD detective Jason Pryce is consumed by a disturbing investigation of his own the brutal murder of a college student leading a double life as a prostitute. A chance encounter throws Jessica and Jason together, forging an uneasy alliance. However, Jessica soon suspects that Pryce is concealing secrets about her father's shady past and the circumstances surrounding her mother's death. Is he an ally or an obstacle in her relentless pursuit of the truth? "Thin Air" is more than just a thrilling mystery; it's a deeply personal journey of self-discovery for Jessica Shaw. As she navigates the treacherous landscape of Los Angeles' criminal underworld, she confronts her own demons and grapples with a past that has been shrouded in lies and deception. With each clue she uncovers, the stakes rise, and the air grows thinner, making it increasingly difficult to breathe. Lisa Gray masterfully crafts a suspenseful narrative filled with twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the very end. Fans of Lee Child's Jack Reacher will find a kindred spirit in Jessica Shaw a strong, independent, and resourceful protagonist who is unafraid to take on the most dangerous adversaries. "Thin Air" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys heart-stopping thrillers, complex characters, and intricately woven plots. Prepare to be captivated by Lisa Gray's exceptional storytelling as she plunges you into a world of secrets, lies, and deadly betrayals. "Thin Air" is a captivating debut that will leave you eagerly awaiting the next installment in the Jessica Shaw series. Don't miss out on this gripping thriller that has captivated readers and critics alike. Order your copy today and prepare to be swept away on a thrilling ride!