Peter Decker and Rina Lazarus 26 The Lost Boys

In the thrilling twenty-sixth installment of the beloved Peter Decker and Rina Lazarus series by Faye Kellerman, an unsettling disappearance sets the stage for a perplexing investigation. When Bertram Lanz, a disabled man, vanishes without a trace from a local diner, seasoned detective Peter Decker is assigned to the perplexing case. However, Decker soon discovers that there is more to this disappearance than initially meets the eye.

As the investigation unfolds, Decker uncovers a startling connection when he learns that Lanz's nurse is also missing, and a disconcerting trail of blood is discovered at her residence. The stakes intensify when searchers scouring the nearby woods stumble upon the remains of a young man who vanished during a camping trip years ago. It becomes clear that Decker is facing his most challenging case yet—one that intertwines a current disappearance with a cold case from the past.

With time ticking away, Decker finds himself caught between two haunting mysteries, striving to deliver justice to the anguished families involved. However, as the answers grow increasingly elusive, the dark secrets of the woods prove formidable obstacles to unravel. In this gripping tale, Faye Kellerman, hailed as an exceptional writer by The Times, delivers a masterfully plotted narrative that combines thrilling suspense with profound introspection. Against a backdrop of seediness, violence, and pervasive distrust, Kellerman skillfully crafts a claustrophobic atmosphere that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Prepare to embark on a relentless journey alongside Detective Peter Decker as he races against time to solve these intertwining cases. Will the truth ever be unveiled from the depths of the woods? And can justice prevail in the face of such enigmatic circumstances? Dive into this sensational, fast-moving tale, expertly spun by Faye Kellerman, and discover the darkness that lurks within the shadows.