Crimson Joy

Mystery Detective Fiction Psychological Thriller Noir

Description

When a psychotic serial killer begins murdering Black women in Boston and leaving behind a chilling signature, private detective Spenser is asked to help stop the killings. Free from the restrictions that bind the police, Spenser follows a dangerous trail through the city’s institutions, criminal underworld, and competing media and political agendas. As public outrage and social pressure threaten to overshadow the investigation, he must rely on his sharp instincts, unconventional methods, and the unwavering support of Hawk. Taut, atmospheric, and morally probing, the novel explores racism, sensationalism, institutional responsibility, and the complicated bonds of loyalty and trust.