Description
On a sweltering summer evening in Minnesota, the atmosphere is thick with tension as Virgil Flowers receives an urgent call from his longtime friend, Lucas Davenport. An unsettling discovery has been made: a body has turned up under mysterious circumstances, prompting an immediate investigation that will pull Virgil into a web of intrigue and danger.
As he delves into the case, Virgil finds himself navigating a landscape fraught with hidden secrets and complex relationships. The humidity weighs heavily as he interviews witnesses and unearths the dark underbelly of a seemingly peaceful community. The oppressive heat mirrors the rising stakes, forcing Virgil to rely on his sharp instincts and tenacity to get to the truth.
With each lead he follows, tensions escalate, leading to unexpected twists that keep both him and the reader on edge. The search for answers intertwines with personal conflicts, as Virgil grapples with the emotional toll of uncovering the past while racing against time.
Amidst the backdrop of a Minnesota summer night, the gripping tale unfolds, blending elements of mystery and psychological depth. This harrowing pursuit for justice is a testament to virgil's resilience, drawing readers into a world where every moment counts, and the heat isn't the only thing that can kill.
As he delves into the case, Virgil finds himself navigating a landscape fraught with hidden secrets and complex relationships. The humidity weighs heavily as he interviews witnesses and unearths the dark underbelly of a seemingly peaceful community. The oppressive heat mirrors the rising stakes, forcing Virgil to rely on his sharp instincts and tenacity to get to the truth.
With each lead he follows, tensions escalate, leading to unexpected twists that keep both him and the reader on edge. The search for answers intertwines with personal conflicts, as Virgil grapples with the emotional toll of uncovering the past while racing against time.
Amidst the backdrop of a Minnesota summer night, the gripping tale unfolds, blending elements of mystery and psychological depth. This harrowing pursuit for justice is a testament to virgil's resilience, drawing readers into a world where every moment counts, and the heat isn't the only thing that can kill.
Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
388
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 2008
Publisher
G. P. Putnam's Sons
Editions
24 editions
ISBN-10
0399155279
ISBN-13
9780399155277
Genres
Mystery
Thriller & Suspense