VICTIMS

Acd-tongued vita berlin hadn't a friend in the world but whom did she cross so badly as to end up meticulosly arranged in such a gruesome murder scens? one look prompts LAPD detective milo sturgis to summon his expert in homicidal maniacs, Alex Delaware. but even Alex is stymied when more slayings occur in the same fashion--with no apparent connection among the victims. and the only clue left behind--a blank page bearing a question mark--seems to be both a menacing taunt and a chilling cry for help from a tortured savage soul. To end the bloody spree and prevent citywide panic, Alex navigates the secretive world of mental health treatment, from the sleek office of a Beverly hills therapist to shuttered mental institution where he once learned his craft. As each jagged piece of the puzzle fits into place a portrait emerges of a sinister mind at it's most unimaginable--and an evil soul at it's most unspeakable.