The Surgeon
por
Tess Gerritsen
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Romance
Mystery
Thriller & Suspense
Formato
Brochura
Páginas
416
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
Jan 1, 2005
Editora
Bantam Books
Descrição
In the shadowy streets of Boston, a chilling threat looms as a cunning killer strikes against solitary women, leaving the city in a grip of fear. The methodical brutality of the crimes casts doubt on the safety that once enveloped the city. Each murder is executed with a precision that hints at a deeper darkness residing within the perpetrator, evoking a sense of urgency among the authorities and stirring an unsettling atmosphere of paranoia among its citizens.
As investigators scramble to uncover the identity of the relentless murderer, the tension escalates. Among them is a dedicated medical professional who becomes inexorably drawn into the disturbing mysteries surrounding the unfolding tragedies. The stark reality of the victims' lives contrasts sharply with the sterile environment of the operating room, where the surgeon's skills are put to the ultimate test, not only in saving lives but potentially in unraveling the sinister motivations behind the killings.
The narrative weaves through the complexities of both the criminal mind and the medical world, exploring themes of vulnerability, resilience, and the unforeseen consequences that arise when two worlds collide. As the plot thickens, the surgeon must confront her own fears, connecting with the victims beyond the statistics, each one a poignant reminder of the fragility of life.
Caught in a race against time, the protagonist grapples with ethical dilemmas and personal demons as she works alongside law enforcement. Each clue leads her deeper into a murky tangle of deception, where allegiance and betrayal are often blurred. As the body count rises, the challenge transforms from mere investigation to an unrelenting fight for survival, igniting a web of intrigue that holds readers in rapt anticipation until the very last page.
As investigators scramble to uncover the identity of the relentless murderer, the tension escalates. Among them is a dedicated medical professional who becomes inexorably drawn into the disturbing mysteries surrounding the unfolding tragedies. The stark reality of the victims' lives contrasts sharply with the sterile environment of the operating room, where the surgeon's skills are put to the ultimate test, not only in saving lives but potentially in unraveling the sinister motivations behind the killings.
The narrative weaves through the complexities of both the criminal mind and the medical world, exploring themes of vulnerability, resilience, and the unforeseen consequences that arise when two worlds collide. As the plot thickens, the surgeon must confront her own fears, connecting with the victims beyond the statistics, each one a poignant reminder of the fragility of life.
Caught in a race against time, the protagonist grapples with ethical dilemmas and personal demons as she works alongside law enforcement. Each clue leads her deeper into a murky tangle of deception, where allegiance and betrayal are often blurred. As the body count rises, the challenge transforms from mere investigation to an unrelenting fight for survival, igniting a web of intrigue that holds readers in rapt anticipation until the very last page.
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