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Missing in Death
A brisk, futuristic suspense story that plunges readers into a baffling urban disappearance.
What it feels like
Plunging readers into a futuristic vision of New York City, this brisk suspense story thrives on the tension of an impossible puzzle. The narrative feels urgent and procedural, mirroring the determined mindset of a seasoned police detective faced with a baffling disappearance on a city ferry. As the investigation unfolds, the mood remains tense and mysterious, wrapping the reader in a gritty urban atmosphere where every clue matters. The prose is sharp and forward-moving, keeping the momentum high as the search for truth deepens. It is a perfect fit for readers who devour fast-paced, female-led police procedurals and love the thrill of unraveling a seemingly unsolvable mystery against the backdrop of a sprawling, futuristic metropolis.
- Mood
- tense
- mysterious
- gritty
- futuristic
- Tone
- urgent
- procedural
- suspenseful
- determined
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- urban isolation · the search for truth · duty and justice · unraveling the impossible
- The writing
- Sharp and procedural, driving the suspense forward with focused, investigative momentum.
- The arc
- Begins with a baffling, seemingly impossible puzzle and builds into a determined, high-stakes pursuit of answers.
- Who it's for
- Fans of suspenseful police procedurals who enjoy a strong female detective navigating a futuristic urban landscape.
Content notes
- missing persons
- police investigation
About the book
Investigating a female tourist's disappearance on a New York City ferry ride, Detective Eve Dallas wonders. If she didn't jump, and she's not on board, then where in the world is she?
Description from Open Library.
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