Description
In a quiet town overshadowed by its own tragic history, a teenage boy's brutal murder on a dilapidated pier sends shockwaves through the community. Detective Jack Deacon is determined to uncover the truth behind the chilling crime, confident that the key to solving the case lies in the shadows of the pier. As he delves into the investigation, he grapples with the harsh reality of a young life snuffed out too soon, leaving behind a myriad of unanswered questions.
The deeper Deacon investigates, the more he confronts a web of secrets woven by those who appear to be innocent but hold dark pasts. The town, once a serene backdrop, now reveals its underbelly of distrust, hidden motives, and buried grievances. Each interview and lead draws Deacon closer to the truth but also puts him at odds with those who would go to great lengths to protect their own.
With time running out and the pressure mounting, Deacon must navigate a treacherous landscape of lies and deception. As he pieces together the fragments of the boy's life and the events that led to his death, he finds himself questioning not only the motives of others but also his own beliefs about justice and morality in a world where the line between right and wrong has never seemed so blurred.
The deeper Deacon investigates, the more he confronts a web of secrets woven by those who appear to be innocent but hold dark pasts. The town, once a serene backdrop, now reveals its underbelly of distrust, hidden motives, and buried grievances. Each interview and lead draws Deacon closer to the truth but also puts him at odds with those who would go to great lengths to protect their own.
With time running out and the pressure mounting, Deacon must navigate a treacherous landscape of lies and deception. As he pieces together the fragments of the boy's life and the events that led to his death, he finds himself questioning not only the motives of others but also his own beliefs about justice and morality in a world where the line between right and wrong has never seemed so blurred.
Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
304 pages
Language
English
Published
Dec 1, 2002
Publisher
Minotaur Books
Editions
4 editions
ISBN-10
0312308175
ISBN-13
9780312308179
Genres
Mystery
Science Fiction
Crime