The Poison Artist
The Poison Artist by Jonathan Moore, published by Orion Publishing Group on March 10, 2016, is a psychological thriller that delves into the mind of Caleb Maddox, a San Francisco toxicologist. After a difficult breakup, Caleb encounters a mysterious woman named Emmeline while out drinking. Their brief interaction ignites a desperate search for her, coinciding with his involvement in a serial murder investigation, which intertwines his quest for Emmeline with the dangers posed by the killer.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of obsession and trauma, as Caleb’s pursuit leads him deeper into a world filled with suspense and intrigue. The story combines elements of mystery and noir, presenting a chilling atmosphere that keeps the tension high. With 288 pages, this edition offers a captivating journey through Caleb’s unsettling experiences, blending crime and psychological elements in a unique way.
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Patient, stylish, and incredibly suspenseful. Lee Child
Magnificent, thoroughly unnerving . . . I dare you to look away. Justin Cronin
Caleb Maddox is a San Francisco toxicologist studying the chemical effects of pain. He s out drinking after a bad breakup when a hauntingly seductive woman sits down at his side. He talks to Emmeline over absinthe, but their encounter is fleeting. She brushes her lips on his ear and disappears. He must find her. As Caleb scours the city, he begins helping the city s medical examiner with a serial-murder investigation. Soon the search for the killer entwines with Caleb s hunt for Emmeline, and the closer he gets to each, the more dangerous his world becomes. A wicked mix of Poe, The Silence of the Lambs, and Vertigo, * The Poison Artist spins a thrilling tale of obsession, damage, a man unmoored by an unspeakable past, and a woman who offers the ultimate escape.
A totally new take on the mystery-thriller genre . . . Fresh and unpredictable. The writing is top-notch . . . Grade: A. Cleveland Plain Dealer
Genuinely scary, in the very best way, and nastily twisty, also in the very best way . . . Hypnotic. Guardian
JONATHAN MOORE lives in Hawaii with his wife and son, and is the author of five books. Before completing law school in New Orleans, he was an English teacher, a bar owner, a raft guide, a counselor at a Texas wilderness camp for juvenile delinquents, and an investigator for a criminal defense attorney in Washington, D.C.
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