Victims 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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Unraveling the madness behind L.A.’s most baffling and brutal homicides is what sleuthing psychologist Alex Delaware does best. And putting the good doctor through his thrilling paces is what mystery fiction’s #1 bestselling master of psychological suspense Jonathan Kellerman does with incomparable brilliance. Kellerman’s universally acclaimed novels blend the addictive rhythms of the classic police procedural with chilling glimpses into the darkest depths of the human condition. For the compelling proof, look no further than Victims—Kellerman at his razor-sharp, harrowing finest.
Not since Jack the Ripper terrorized the London slums has there been such a gruesome crime scene. By all accounts, acid-tongued Vita Berlin hadn’t a friend in the world, but whom did she cross so badly as to end up arranged in such a grotesque tableau? One look at her apartment–turned–charnel house prompts hard-bitten LAPD detective Milo Sturgis to summon his go-to expert in hunting homicidal maniacs, Alex Delaware. But despite his finely honed skills, even Alex is stymied when more slayings occur in the same ghastly fashion . . . yet with no apparent connection among the victims. And the only clue left behind—a blank page bearing a question mark—seems to be both a menacing taunt and a cry for help from a killer baffled by his own lethal urges.
Under pressure to end the bloody spree and prevent a citywide panic, Milo redoubles his efforts to discover a link between the disparate victims. Meanwhile, Alex navigates the secretive world of mental health treatment, from the sleek office of a Beverly Hills therapist to a shuttered mental institution where he once honed his craft—and where an unholy alliance between the mad and the monstrous may have been sealed in blood. As each jagged piece of the puzzle fits into place, an ever more horrific portrait emerges of a sinister mind at its most unimaginable—and an evil soul at its most unspeakable. “This one was different,” Alex observes at the start of the case. This one will haunt his waking life, and his darkest dreams, long after its end.
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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