The Murder Book Jonathan Kellerman is a mystery book that brings together mystery, investigation, and suspense. The book is suited to readers who enjoy uncovering clues, following investigations, and piecing together unanswered questions.
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In seventeen consecutive bestselling novels, Jonathan Kellerman has distinguished himself as the master of the psychological thriller. Now in Kellerman's most compelling and powerful novel yet, L.A. psychologist-detective Alex Delaware confronts a long-unsolved murder of unspeakable brutality -- an ice-cold case whose resolution threatens his survival, and that of longtime friend, homicide detective, Milo Sturgis.
The nightmare begins when Alex receives a strange package in the mail with no return address. Inside is an ornate album filled with gruesome crime scene photos -- a homicide scrapbook entitled The Murder Book. Alex can find no reason for anyone to send him this compendium of death, but when Milo views the book, he is immediately shaken by one of the images: a young woman, tortured, strangled, and dumped near a freeway ramp. This was one of Milo's first cases as a rookie homicide cop: a vicious killing that he failed to solve, because just as he and his training partner began to make headway, the department closed them down. Being forced to abandon the young victim tormented Milo. But his fears prevented him from pursuing the truth, and over the years he managed to forget. Or so he thought.
Now, two decades later, someone has chosen to stir up the past. As Alex and Milo set out to uncover what really happened twenty years ago, their every move is followed and their lives are placed in jeopardy. The relentless investigation reaches deep into L.A.'s nerve-centers of power and wealth-past and present. While peeling back layer after layer of ugly secrets, they discover that the murder of one forgotten girl has chilling ramifications that extend far beyond the tragic loss of a single life.
A classic story of good and evil, sacrifice and sin, The Murder Book is a gripping page-turner that illuminates the darkest corridors of the human mind. It is a stunning tour de force.
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About Jonathan Kellerman
Jonathan Kellerman is a bestselling American author, clinical psychologist, and one of the most recognized names in psychological crime fiction. He is widely known for creating the Alex Delaware series, a compelling collection of crime novels that combines psychological insight, criminal investigations, forensic evidence, and suspenseful mysteries. Drawing on his professional background in psychology, Kellerman explores the hidden motivations behind criminal behavior, the emotional consequences of trauma, and the complicated relationships that can connect victims, suspects, and investigators. His novels frequently take readers into the darker corners of human behavior, where a seemingly straightforward crime can reveal a disturbing history of deception, obsession, and violence. With carefully constructed plots, realistic psychological details, and characters whose personal experiences influence their investigations, Kellerman has built an international readership among fans of detective fiction and psychological thrillers. His best-known books include When the Bough Breaks, Blood Test, Over the Edge, Silent Partner, Bad Love, Monster, and Devil's Waltz. Whether you enjoy complex murder mysteries, criminal psychology, forensic investigations, or character-driven suspense, Jonathan Kellerman books offer an engaging reading experience that explores both the evidence surrounding a crime and the minds of the people involved.
Who Is Jonathan Kellerman?
Jonathan Kellerman was born on August 9, 1949, in New York City and grew up in California. Before achieving international success as a novelist, he pursued an academic and professional career in psychology. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, and later received a doctorate in psychology from the University of Southern California. His clinical work with children and families provided him with valuable experience in understanding behavior, emotional distress, family relationships, and the effects of difficult life experiences. These professional insights would become an important element of his fiction, particularly in his portrayal of psychological trauma and the complicated motivations behind criminal acts. Kellerman's first novel, When the Bough Breaks, was published in 1985 and introduced psychologist Alex Delaware, who would become the central character in one of the longest-running series in modern crime fiction. The novel's success helped establish Kellerman as an author capable of combining psychological realism with traditional detective storytelling. His dual experience as a clinician and writer gives his novels a distinctive perspective, allowing him to explore crime not only as a legal problem but also as a human and psychological puzzle.
The Alex Delaware Series: Psychological Insight Meets Crime Investigation