Few know the city of Los Angeles the way #1 bestselling author and acclaimed suspense master Jonathan Kellerman does. His thrilling novels of psychological drama and criminal detection make the capital of dreams a living, breathing character in all its glamour and infamy. That storied history of fame, seduction, scandal, and murder looms large in Mystery, as Alex Delaware finds himself drawn into a twisting, shadowy whodunit that’s pure L.A. noir—and vintage Kellerman. The closing of their favorite romantic rendezvous, the Fauborg Hotel in Beverly Hills, is a sad occasion for longtime patrons Alex Delaware and Robin Castagna. And gathering one last time with their fellow faithful habitués for cocktails in the gracious old venue makes for a bittersweet evening. But even more poignant is a striking young woman—alone and enigmatic among the revelers—waiting in vain in elegant attire and dark glasses that do nothing to conceal her melancholy. Alex can’t help wondering what her story is, and whether she’s connected to the silent, black-suited bodyguard lingering outside the hotel. Two days later, Alex has even more to contemplate when police detective Milo Sturgis comes seeking his psychologist comrade’s insights about a grisly homicide. To Alex’s shock, the brutalized victim is the same beautiful woman whose lonely hours sipping champagne at the Fauborg may have been her last. But with a mutilated body and no DNA match, she remains as mysterious in death as she seemed in life. And even when a tipster’s sordid revelation finally cracks the case open, the dark secrets that spill out could make Alex and Milo’s best efforts to close this horrific crime not just impossible but fatal.
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"Intense and morbid. You feel a bit sickly after reading it, but Jonathan Kellerman really did a good job at make you feel the story. This book got me hooked into the rest of his series... which I am still trying to get through. I can't do too many Alex Delaware novels in a row, they are dark. "
— Sara (4 out of 5 stars)
" I've read all of the Alex Delaware novels, and although the formula remains similar, the details continue to surprise me. This one in particular had a twist that I did not see coming. I really enjoy Kellerman's writing and the way he evokes the landscape of Los Angeles. "
— Alexa, 2/19/2014" Not as good as some older in the series "
— Jeanne, 2/13/2014" Around, and around, and around, she goes, and where she stops, nobody knows. This is not a real detective story, but it has an interesting cast of characters, and the detectives spin one creative theory after another as facts are slowly revealed. "
— Susan, 2/6/2014" Stale, but diehard Alex Delaware fans will find something to like. "
— Cynthia, 2/4/2014" Not as captivating as his usual "
— Alicek, 2/2/2014" I think this book was good but I wasn't much in the mood for it. I think I've moved on from the Mystery/Thriller genre which is unfair. "
— Candy, 2/2/2014" Only okay. It was very boring in spots, but at least he didn't go on and on about jazz in this book. "
— Kelly, 1/31/2014" I like Jonathan Kellerman a lot. He takes a case and really shows you how a detective works it. I especially like the pairing of Milo Sturgis and Alex Delaware. "
— Lweslock, 1/21/2014" Mystery that didn't hold my interest constantly. It was alright, but not great. "
— Kathy, 1/18/2014" Predictable Kellerman but better than the last. "
— Amanda, 1/18/2014" Standard fare from Kellerman. Quick, easy read. Unfortunately, like others before it in this series is quickly forgotten after reading the last page. "
— John, 12/29/2013" Another great read from Mr Kellerman. Alex and Milo clearly outdo themselves, but Milo takes a backseat this time. Hard to believe I have read all 26 of this series. "
— Nancy, 12/26/2013" It's all slow moving and then it winds up with the last 20 pages, just a bit annoying. I liked it but I didn't love it! "
— Michelle, 12/23/2013" Not my favorite by this author. Too much the "same old same" and a little wordy towards the end. It was OK but ... "
— Dianne, 12/22/2013" Always listen to kellerman books on audio. Love John Rubenstein's voice. This story was so-so, but I never seem to mind so-so in a mystery/thriller audiobook. "
— Melissa, 12/20/2013" Maybe it's time to have Alex and Milo's life progress in some way...I mean, if your mystery is going to be dull, maybe it's time to add some dimension to the characters. "
— Kim, 12/16/2013" Not one of his best. The plot was slow and then all at once with 30 pages to go Alex comes forward with a bunch of info that he researched on his own and did not share with the reader, which ended the book. "
— Bruceschneider21, 12/6/2013" Very classic Delaware. I liked Robin being involved with the case. And I'll bet every bit of that crap happens in Holly-weird!! "
— Samantha, 7/19/2013" As always Jonathan Kellerman does a great job with this story line. "
— Anne, 6/8/2013" Still love the Alex, Milo, Robin combination! "
— EngIIrockz, 1/10/2013" Great mystery. I didn't figure out who dunnit though. "
— Carole, 11/17/2012" Not bad. Alex Delaware is a psychologist who works for the police department. In this book we get to see a little more of the psychologist than just the guy who hangs along with Milo to solve crimes. "
— Barb, 10/23/2012" This started fast and stayed fast-paced! Really a good Delaware story. "
— Denise, 7/13/2012" Sometimes I love Kellerman's Team Delaware and Sturgis, sometimes I don't. Sucked in at first by the L.A. Noir vibe this one I did not love. Oh well. "
— Susanhayeshotmail.com, 5/3/2012" Another great Kellerman novel. Kept the pages turning for me. Good character development and it was fun to read about the specific setting near my house: Woodland Hills. Kellerman is always a winner. "
— Tricia, 2/18/2012" Well, it's a typical Alex Delaware novel...a dogged determination to be led off the hunt and many ways or people involved but ultimately all is solved by the end. Really no mystery. But always satisfying. "
— Pam, 1/21/2012" Just finished this book & loved it. The title fit, Milo & Alex were in good form, Robin was actually helpful & loving? Another great read & my first to read on my Nook. Cannot wait for the next one. "
— Kj, 1/1/2012" Great read. All around good book. A little to dark for me though. "
— Chad, 6/30/2011" A little simplistic and treating the whole issue of child abuse with not enough empathy somehow. "
— Mzoodles, 5/24/2011" Kellerman writes straight-up good thrillers with interesting plots and characters. "
— Dorothy, 5/9/2011" I loved this book. It made me want to read all of his later books "
— Sheila, 5/9/2011" It is a long time ago that I read this book, all I can remember about it was that I enjoyed it and intend to read more books by Jonathan Kellerman. "
— Terry, 4/29/2011" A good start to the Alex Delaware series, with developed character backgrounds. Looking forward to reading more. "
— Jeweleye, 4/26/2011" A decent thriller if only for the child psychologist angle. I don't have the urge to read another in this series, but I wouldn't put down anyone who did. "
— Philip, 4/21/2011" The first in a series about a psychologist who becomes engaged in detective work. Much of the early part of the book is taken up with scene setting to establish the main characters but I was hooked quite quickly and enjoyed the read. "
— Jo, 4/11/2011" I think this book was a setup book for the series. Hope it gets better. "
— Jane, 4/9/2011" Another series of serial psychological/mystery thrillers. Protagonist is a child psychologist who works with a detective to solve crimes. "
— Dani, 3/31/2011" 1st Kellerman book read - really enjoyed the pace and laughed outloud at some of the dry humor "
— Ray, 3/7/2011" Wasn't that impressed but friend Frank says keep trying. Next book I was hooked. Now we are up to 26 books. "
— Carol, 3/5/2011" I always find the first 10 chapters hard to get into but then I can't put any of his books down after that. "
— Sherri, 3/5/2011" Dr. Alex Delaware seems a likable character for a series of mysteries. I am tempted to try more. "
— Paulette, 2/28/2011" This is what got me hooked on Jonathan Kellerman! "
— Jacki, 2/19/2011" good author <br/> <br/>I'll read another of his books but will pick the topic a little more carefully. <br/> <br/>While the book didn't get into details, I still don't like to ready about children being mistreated. "
— Dee, 1/17/2011Jonathan Kellerman is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than fifty crime novels. His unique perspective on human behavior has led to the creation of the Alex Delaware series. He has won the Goldwyn, Edgar, and Anthony awards and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Psychological Association. With his wife, bestselling novelist Faye Kellerman, he co-authored Double Homicide and Capital Crimes. With his son, bestselling novelist Jesse Kellerman, he co-authored six novels.
John Rubinstein is an actor, composer, and director who won a Tony Award for his starring role in Broadway’s Children of a Lesser God. He has narrated dozens of audiobooks, earning several AudioFile Earphones Awards and being named a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award for best narration in 2013.