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Across the country, dozens of teenage girls have vanished. Authorities are convinced they're runaways with just the bad luck of the draw to connect them. It's the job of criminal profilers Dr. Tony Hill and Carol Jordan to look for a pattern. They've spent years exploring the psyches of madmen. But sane men kill, too. And when they hide in plain sight, they can be difficult to find.
Val McDermid delivers a chilling psychological thriller that introduces one of crime fiction's most compelling detective duos. Dr. Tony Hill, a clinical psychologist and criminal profiler, partners with Detective Chief Inspector Carol Jordan to track a predator who has eluded conventional police work. Their investigation takes them deep into the darkest corners of human psychology as they race against time to prevent more young women from disappearing.
This paperback edition from St. Martin's Press marks the beginning of McDermid's acclaimed series featuring the complex relationship between the brilliant but troubled profiler Tony Hill and the determined detective Carol Jordan. Set in England, the novel combines meticulous police procedural elements with psychological depth, creating a narrative that keeps readers engaged from the first page to the last.
McDermid's expertise in crafting suspenseful crime fiction shines through in this tale of serial murders and missing persons. The author's British background brings authenticity to the procedural elements, while her understanding of criminal psychology adds layers of complexity to both the investigation and the characters conducting it. The partnership between Hill and Jordan provides both professional tension and emotional depth as they navigate the challenges of profiling a killer who defies easy categorization.
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers, police procedurals, and crime fiction featuring strong detective partnerships will find Wire in the Blood an essential addition to their collection. The novel appeals to those who appreciate British crime writing, intricate plotting, and character-driven mysteries that explore the motivations behind violent crime.