The Forgotten Man – Robert Crais

Description

In The Forgotten Man, Robert Crais brings back his signature character, Elvis Cole, in a suspense-filled thriller that probes into family secrets, the weight of the past, and the chase for justice. Cole, a Los Angeles private investigator, is thrust into a life-changing investigation when he receives an unexpected phone call. At 3:58 A.M., the LAPD reports finding a wounded man in an alleyway who claims to be looking for his son—Elvis Cole. Moments later, the man is dead.

For years, Elvis has been haunted by the mystery of his father’s identity, and this unexpected twist sets him on a path to uncover the truth. Together with his partner, Joe Pike, and the tough, determined LAPD detective Carol Starkey (who harbors her own complex feelings for Elvis), Cole digs into the man’s background. As the investigation unfolds, Elvis grapples with his emotions, torn between the hope that he may have found his father and the growing suspicion that something darker is at play.

Each new lead uncovers frightening truths, revealing a deadly connection to a ruthless killer who will stop at nothing to protect the secrets of the past. As Elvis and his team get closer to the truth, they become targets of a maniacal psychopath, setting up a tense race to uncover the identity of the mysterious man before the killer can silence them for good.

Fast-paced, thrilling, and packed with suspense, The Forgotten Man is a must-read for fans of crime fiction, gripping mysteries, and action-packed thrillers.