Night Eyes
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Last published Sun, May 29, 2016
When the young son of Albuquerque's Mayor is kidnapped, Detective David Temeke and his partner Malin Santiago are called to investigate.
Meanwhile, a ten year enquiry into the murders of several young boys has gone cold. No witnesses, no suspect. Or so the police believe. But a mysterious phone call leads Temeke and Santiago to the remains of a young boy found near the ancient ruins of an Anasazi settlement. Is this a random act or the work of the serial killer?
Drawn deeper into the wilderness by a man waging a war with his past, twelve year old boy-scout, Adam, must use everything he has learned to stay alive.
Temeke and Santiago are pushed to the limit in the second book of this thrilling, fast-paced series set in New Mexico.
What impresses me most is the rich interplay between the detectives and the police. I never tire of reading these books. ~ Crime Fiction Today
Northwest Area Command is bursting with activity as a serial killer is on the loose. A non-stop express ride, frantic, sensitive and utterly refreshing. ~ Night Horse Reviews
The Temeke series reminds me of a few old friends: some fawningly incompetent and some thoroughly decent and hard working. Temeke is an honest detective who just wants to get the job done. ~ 23rd Avenue Literary Club
'Night Eyes' is evidence of an emerging, exceptional talent in contemporary crime fiction. Prepare to be transported to the dark and terrifying woodlands of New Mexico and get ready for some unexpected turns in the trails! ~ Dr. Marco Storey, PhD in Narrative Theory & Criticism.
Skillful, intelligent plotting and masterful writing. This is an author to follow and a book you simply must read. ~ B.A. Morton, Author of Bedlam and Twisted.
Not since Marklund's Annika Bengtzon series, has there been a novel with as much insight into spiritual warfare.
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