The Cobweb

The Cobweb by Stephen Bury, published by Bantam Books in 1996, is a gripping narrative that unfolds in a small Iowa town where Deputy Sheriff Clyde Banks finds his life turned upside down. With his wife, Desiree, deployed to the Middle East, Clyde is left to care for their five-month-old daughter while navigating a murder investigation involving an exchange student found in a local lake. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers troubling activities at a nearby university, where federal grant money is being misused for questionable research.

Readers will follow Clyde as he confronts escalating challenges that intertwine personal and professional stakes. The story explores themes of espionage and the complexities of law enforcement in a seemingly quiet community. As Clyde races against time to prevent a potential catastrophe, he must balance his responsibilities as a father with the urgent demands of his investigation. This first edition spans 384 pages and is presented in English, offering a compelling look at the intersection of everyday life and extraordinary circumstances.