Serendipity is all about finding the unexpected treasures in life. Like upcoming book releases we sometimes just happen to discover. Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by Jill, at Breaking the Spine, is our place to discover lots of bookish treasures.
Today I’m spotlighting a favorite author whose work I haven’t read in awhile. Time to return to Jonathan Kellerman, with his new upcoming book, Guilt, another Alex Delaware mystery, to be released on 2/12/13.
The #1 New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Kellerman’s “psychology skills and dark imagination are a potent literary mix” (Los Angeles Times), and this intensely thrilling blend has never been so powerful as in the acclaimed author’s new novel of murder and madness among the beautiful dreamers, seductive predators, and doomed innocents adrift in the glare of Southern California’s eternal sunshine.
A series of horrifying events occur in quick succession in the same upscale L.A. neighborhood. A backyard renovation unearths an infant’s body, buried sixty years ago. And soon thereafter in a nearby park, another disturbingly bizarre discovery is made not far from the body of a young woman shot in the head. Helping LAPD homicide detective Milo Sturgis to link these eerie incidents is brilliant psychologist Alex Delaware. But even the good doctor’s vast experience with matters both clinical and criminal might not be enough to cut down to the bone of this chilling case—and draw out the disturbing truth.
Backtracking six decades into the past stirs up tales of a beautiful nurse with a mystery lover, a handsome, wealthy doctor who seems too good to be true, and a hospital with a notorious reputation—all of them long gone, along with any records of a newborn, and destined for anonymity. But the specter of fame rears its head when the case unexpectedly twists in the direction of the highest echelons of celebrity privilege. Entering this sheltered world, Alex little imagines the macabre layer just below the surface—a decadent quagmire of unholy rituals and grisly sacrifice.
Before their work is done, Alex and Milo, “the most original whodunit duo since Watson and Holmes” (Forbes), must confront a fanatically deranged mind of such monstrous cunning that even the most depraved madman would shudder.
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I am so ready to dive into Alex and Milo’s world! What about the rest of you? Now I’m off to explore…..
I have not read any of his books. Maybe when I TBR pile goes down I will add something he wrote.
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I haven’t read his last two or three books….I’m hoping to recapture my love of Alex Delaware in this one. Thanks for stopping by, Jo.
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For a long time I didn’t really like horror, so I never picked up any of his books. I hope you enjoy it when you read it!
Thanks for stopping by!
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Yes, some of his books were too grisly even for me…but this one intrigues me. Thanks for stopping by, Helene.
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Ooh sounds creepy! I love a good creepy read every now and then!
Thanks for visiting my WoW!
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Kellerman does creepy really well, Jessica. Thanks for stopping by!
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Ooooo, this one sounds INTENSE! Great pick, and thanks for sharing! 🙂
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I agree, Lisa…thanks for visiting and enjoy your pick!
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Oh, interesting pick! If I ever am in need of a good mystery, I’ll keep this in mind. Thanks for stopping by my WoW 🙂
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You’re welcome, Debby…hope you enjoy your pick!
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This book sounds so cool! And I love that cover – simple and pretty 🙂 Thank you for stopping by, Laurel!
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So do I, Siiri…and thanks for stopping by. Enjoy your pick!
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Haven’t heard of this author before but it sounds really interesting! 😀 Thanks for stopping by my blog!
Daphne @ Reading Until Dawn
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You’re welcome, Daphne…and thanks for the return visit. Enjoy your pick!
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I haven’t read any of Jonathan Kellerman’s books, but I want this one! Thanks sharing and visiting my WOW
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Thanks for stopping by, Alicia….hope you enjoy your pick!
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This sounds like an awesome thriller! Haven’t tried the series, but I’m adding it on my list! Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks for visiting, Aleksandra…I am looking forward to this one! Enjoy your pick!
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I’ve never read anything by Jonathan Kellerman but he sounds like something I would definitely like. Thanks for stopping by!!
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Yes, his books are mysteries…on the order of psychological thrillers. I like the recurring characters of Alex Delaware, a therapist, and Milo Sturgis, a cop. Thanks for visiting, Bonnie, and enjoy your pick.
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Haven’t heard of this one. Hope you get to read it soon though.
Brandi from Blkosiner’s Book Blog
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I am really looking forward to it, Brandi….thanks for stopping by.
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