Amelia Sacks is on the hunt for a killer. She was chasing him in a Brooklyn mall when a passenger escalator malfunctioned. The steps of the escalator cracked, and a person fell into the escalator. He was trapped by the gears and his flesh and blood were bloody. The scene was very horrific. Sachs had no choice but to let her prey escape. She jumped into the escalator and tried to help the victim.
However, she and criminal investigation expert Lincoln Rhyme soon realized that the accident was not just an accident, but the beginning of a series of deliberate attacks. They are facing the most terrifying enemy ever: a brilliant killer. He turns the most ordinary objects in daily life into murder weapons - from cars, mobile phones, to microwave ovens and even smart speakers that accompany babies, all of which can kill people in an instant.
As the number of victims continues to increase, Sachs and Lem must race against time to reveal the identity and purpose of the killer in order to save unknown lives...
Reader comments
The plot of this book is like a roller coaster, full of suspense and twists, which kept me breathless until the end. The author's description of the details is very delicate, making me feel like I am at the scene, chasing the murderer with the protagonist. Moreover, the criminal investigation knowledge in the book is also very rich, which gave me a deeper understanding of this field. I think this book is very suitable for friends who like suspense and reasoning. It will definitely make you enjoy it!
The plot of this book is like a roller coaster, full of suspense and twists, which kept me breathless until the end. The author's description of the details is very delicate, making me feel like I am at the scene, chasing the murderer with the protagonist. Moreover, the criminal investigation knowledge in the book is also very rich, which gave me a deeper understanding of this field. I think this book is very suitable for friends who like suspense and reasoning. It will definitely make you enjoy it!