PALE AS DEATH by Heather Graham takes us on a thrilling ride from the dark depths of Hollywood's past. A bone-chilling read about a murder and an investigation that is given to Detective Sophie Manning. What Sophie does not expect is a ghost comes along with the case.
When the body of a beautiful young woman is found murdered with wounds eerily reminiscent of the Black Dahlia murder. Is there a copycat killer on the loose? What is the reason behind the sudden interest and help offered by a reporter who claims to be an expert on The Black Dahlia murder? Was he just in the wrong place at the wrong time? Is there more than meets the eyes? Sophie must solve a case based on a perfect crime.
Graham has written a suspenseful thriller with a hint of romance. While the main focus is the murder case at hand, love is still a big part of the story. You will find lots of police work, forensics and investigation throughout have they try to desperately find the murder suspect.
The characters stand out, are well written and have intriguing backstories. Some are more secretive and slowly come to light with each page you read. They are likable and real.
The Black Dahlia murder has been told through numerous documentaries over the years and people know lots of the details surrounding the murder. Graham has really done her research in re- creating this murder mystery making it vividly realistic. PALE AS DEATH is a true nail-biting read in the Krewe of Hunters series. The perfect fall read to get you ready for the Halloween season.
From the dark depths of Hollywoodβs
pastThe
crime scene is horrific: the corpse of a young actress,
drained of blood and cut in two. LAPD Detective Sophie
Manningβs new case is high-profile and difficultβthereβs no
evidence to work with. And itβs a disturbing echo of the
infamous Black Dahlia killing. Sophie is burning the candle
at both ends, desperate to catch the murderer before he
strikes again, when she starts to experience inexplicable
visitsβ¦from ghosts.Bruce McFadden has a particular
talent that can help Sophieβhe can speak with the dead. As a
consultant for the FBIβs paranormal team, the Krewe of
Hunters, heβs been tasked with Sophieβs case and theyβre
forced to partner up. But Sophie doesnβt want his help, and
she doesnβt want to share his peculiar skill. And she
certainly isnβt ready for love, despite Bruceβs
attentions.As the killer taunts the police, Sophie
and Bruce will discover that the threat is closer to home
than theyβd ever realized. Working side by side is the only
way theyβll stop this deadly sequel.
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