The ivy clad walls of an elite school hold dark secrets...
Deception is at the heart of this shockingly intriguing novel, showing that privilege can be a front for evil, from New York Times No. 1 bestselling author Jonathan Kellerman. Perfect for fans of Harlan Coben and Michael Connelly.
'All you could ask for in an LA thriller' - Daily Mail
On a DVD found near her lifeless body, Elise Freeman chronicles a year-and-a-half-long ordeal of monstrous abuse at the hands of three sadistic tormentors. But even more shocking than the lurid details is the revelation that the offenders, like their victim, are teachers at a prestigious LA prep school.
If ever homicide detective Milo Sturgis could use Dr Alex Delaware's psychological prowess, it's now. From the start, this case promises to be an uphill climb for truth and a down-and-dirty fight for justice. Alex and Milo must penetrate the citadel of wealth and scholarship to expose the dirty secrets and deadly sins festering amongst LA's elite. But power and position are not easily surrendered, and Alex and Milo may well be walking into a highly polished death trap...
What readers are saying about Deception:
'Excellent - humour with twists and turns and great plot'
'Edge of the seat tension'
'Five stars'
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Praise for Jonathan Kellerman: Kellerman doesn't disappoint, and in his battles with the rich and powerful school authorities who are trying to cover up the crime it reminds you of Marlowe and General Sternwood's orchids in The Big Sleep. Tough to put down but with a wry side, it's all you could ask for in an LA thriller * Daily Mail * Simply too good to miss -- Stephen King Suspenseful... neatly spun, fascinating * Philadelphia Daily News * Jonathan Kellerman's psychology skills and dark imagination are a potent literary mix * Los Angeles Times * Exciting... a tour de force * New York Times * Spellbinding suspense... unforgettable * Houston Chronicle * Sophisticated, cleverly plotted and satisfying * Sunday Telegraph * High-octane entertainment * The Times * Kellerman doesn't just write psychological thrillers - he owns the genre * Detroit Free Press * Strong insights into the quirks of human and criminal behaviour * Guardian *
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978-0-7553-5451-1 (9780755354511)
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Jonathan Kellerman is the No. 1 international bestselling author of more than three dozen bestselling crime novels, including the Alex Delaware series, THE BUTCHER'S THEATRE, BILLY STRAIGHT, THE CONSPIRACY CLUB, TWISTED and TRUE DETECTIVES. With his wife, bestselling novelist Faye Kellerman, he co-authored DOUBLE HOMICIDE and CAPITAL CRIMES. With his son, bestselling novelist Jesse Kellerman, he co-authored THE GOLEM OF HOLLYWOOD and THE GOLEM OF PARIS. He is also the author of two children's books and numerous non-fiction works. He has won the Goldwyn, Edgar and Anthony Awards and has been nominated for a Shamus Award. Jonathan and Faye Kellerman live in California, New Mexico and New York.