The closing of the grand old Fauborg Hotel in Beverly Hills is a sad occasion for longtime patrons Alex Delaware and Robin Castagna, who go there one last time for cocktails. But even more poignant—and curious—is a striking young woman in elegant attire and dark glasses, alone there and waiting in vain. Two days later, 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 when a sordid revelation finally cracks the case open, the secrets that spill out could make Alex and Milo’s best efforts to close this crime not just impossible but fatal.
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"Curling up with an Alex Delaware novel is as good as a few hours of therapy. The writing is always crisp and descriptive, the dialog sharp, and the company excellent. Kellerman always keeps me guessing who done it among the handful of likely suspects, and always surprises me with the new and ingenious ways he has of describing people and places. Has he ever written a bad book? I think not."
— Michael (4 out of 5 stars)
“Jonathan Kellerman’s novels are an obsession; once started it is hard to quit.
— Orlando SentinelKellerman really knows how to keep those pages turning.
— The New York Times Book ReviewKellerman doesn’t just write psychological thrillers—he owns the genre.
— Detroit Free Press" I have to stop reading these, they are all the same. "
— Roberta, 2/18/2014" Alex and his girlfriend Robin are having a drink at the Faubourg Hotel which is soon to be demolished when they notice a beautiful women and her bodyguard.The next day they hear she was killed and Alex offers to help Milo Sturgis find the killer. Alex isa child Psychologist and has been working with the LAPDfor quite awhile as a consultant.Alex is more front and center as a sleuth While Milo and his LAPD buddies seem baffled by the womens murder The women is know as Mystery. Regardless it was a pretty good story "
— Georgiann, 2/16/2014" Love those Kellermans (both Jonathan and Faye), and (as usual), love his characters of Alex Delaware and Milo Sturgis. They are such opposites, but as a team and as friends they really click. Am always waiting anxiously for his next book. "
— Barbara, 1/26/2014" Another wonderful Milo and Alex story. Keeps you guessing and never a dull moment. "
— Sherry, 1/19/2014" 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, 1/6/2014" Riveting! I think Alex developed more as a character in this book. I didn't feel like he was emotionless, unlike some of the earlier books. "
— Kite, 12/28/2013" Not one of Kellerman's better efforts- found it stale, boring and basically uninteresting. "
— Darragh, 12/21/2013" Not the best Alex Delaware, and the story was a bit far fetched. "
— Shaun, 12/16/2013" Pretty decent read! I just love his books! "
— Chris, 12/8/2013" An average outing for Alex Delaware & Milo Sturgis "
— Courtney, 12/1/2013" if you have read him before and like him you will like this one "
— Lori, 11/26/2013" I love Alex Delaware but this one just dragged on and Milo's and Alex relationship didn't come through at all. "
— Angela, 11/18/2013" Dave and I listened to this book on a car trip. It kept us awake and amuzed. "
— Janet, 10/23/2013" Got about 2 chapters in and realized I had already read this one. I thought this was a quick, fairly interesting read. I've read all of Mr. Kellerman's Alex Delaware series, and enjoyed this one as much as any of them. It's not outstanding, but not a bad example of the series. "
— Karen, 10/21/2013" Alex Delaware is still one of my favorite mystery characters of all time. Nothing really new and amazing in this latest installment... just a good mystery with old favorite characters! "
— Traci, 6/3/2013" It was great to catch up with Alex Delaware and Milo Sturgis as they solved another crime in LA. Kellerman can always be counted on for great characters and twists you don't see coming. "
— Sharon, 3/11/2013" I always enjoy an Alex Delaware novel but this seemed to wrap up a little quickly at the end and seemed a bit too formula. "
— Kristi, 2/18/2013" Always enjoy Jonathan Kellerman's Alex Delaware. As usual, this one held my attention. "
— BJ, 1/22/2013" I love the Alex Delaware series. "
— Angela, 10/16/2012" This one was better than the last, but slow moving and a not very interesting main mystery. Disappointed, again. "
— Tracey, 9/5/2012" Tough-guy style of writing---ok mystery. "
— Sara, 2/6/2012" 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, 11/24/2011" This was a very typicl Alex Delaware novel--pure enjoyment. "
— Malwes, 11/21/2011" Typical Kellerman book with a twist at the end. Still a good series after all these years. "
— Sbennett, 9/17/2011" Not as good as some of his others. Then ending was satisfying, however. How many ahs he done anyway? "
— Susan, 8/7/2011" A standard in the Alex Delaware series. This one is set in Hollywood, the murder occurs in an old landmark hotel that's closing, and Alex and Milo Sturgis are on the case which takes the usual twists and turns as they try to determine who's lying. Nothing new here. "
— Terrie, 6/16/2011" Jonathan Kellerman has yet to disappoint. Good story. "
— Denise, 5/19/2011" Not one of my favorite JK books. The ending seemed a little too "formula." I think JK was a bit lazy putting this one together. "
— John, 5/19/2011" I did like the book, but I think the author is tiring of his character and/or his writing. "
— Laurie, 5/18/2011" Kellerman, like Patterson, just keeps turning them out--but now they follow a formula--no depth--good for a quick read but not thought-provoking. "
— Barbara, 5/17/2011" Odd ending - it was just okay <br/> "
— Lisa, 5/15/2011" pretty good mystery, pun intended. the dynamic between delaware and sturgis is very believeable and natural. they have the feel of old friends. the story is just the vehicle for their give and take. "
— Hrn1947, 5/12/2011" 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, 5/12/2011" I have been in love with this series for a long time. I'm sad to say that this was tired. It was okay but definitely felt like a retread. "
— Fpentlin, 5/11/2011" This was a pretty good one:) "
— Misti, 5/9/2011" Not as good as his books usually are...a little boring and dragged in some places. "
— Cynthia, 5/8/2011" All about $$$$ and whores. Lots of leads but a long trip to the killer. "
— Kathy, 5/8/2011" Entertaining yarn that takes on a film noir quality. A few interesting female characters thrown in with the usual Alex and Milo. <br/> <br/>The end was definitely over-the-top but isn't that how film noirs always end? "
— Jennifer, 5/5/2011" Two-haiku review:<br/><br/>Girl gets face shot off<br/>By two different weapons.<br/>Strange... how can that be?<br/><br/>Milo and Alex<br/>Track family connections.<br/>Even Robin helps. "
— Dee, 5/5/2011Jonathan 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.