The Midnight Lock
The Midnight Lock by Jeffery Deaver is a thrilling novel published by Penguin on October 25, 2022. This edition spans 528 pages and is presented in English. The story follows beloved protagonists Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs as they delve into a chilling investigation involving a criminal known as “the Locksmith,” who terrorizes New York City by effortlessly breaking into secure locations and leaving ominous messages.
Readers will find a fast-paced narrative that unfolds over just a few days, filled with unexpected twists and a deep exploration of the intricate world of lockpicking. As Rhyme and Sachs navigate the complexities of the case, they face not only the threat posed by the sociopathic intruder but also internal challenges within the police force that jeopardize their investigation. This gripping tale combines elements of crime and mystery, making it a compelling addition to the genre.
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The “master of ticking-bomb suspense” (People) Jeffery Deaver delivers the latest thriller featuring his beloved protagonists Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs as they search for a criminal whose fascination with breaking locks terrorizes New York City.
A woman awakes in the morning to find that someone has picked her apartment’s supposedly impregnable door lock and rearranged personal items, even sitting beside her while she slept. The intrusion, the police learn, is a message to the entire city of carnage to come. Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs are brought in to investigate and soon learn that the sociopathic intruder, who calls himself “the Locksmith,” can break through any lock or security system ever devised. With more victims on the horizon, Rhyme, Sachs and their stable of associates must follow the evidence to the man’s lair… and discover his true mission.
Their hunt is interrupted when an internal investigation in the police force uncovers what seems to be a crucial mistake in one of Rhyme’s previous cases. He’s fired as a consultant for the NYPD and must risk jail if he investigates the Locksmith case in secret.
The Midnight Lock is a roller-coaster read that takes place over just a few days’ time, features surprise after surprise and offers a fascinating look at the esoteric world of lockpicking.
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