The Black Ice

The Black Ice by Michael Connelly, published by Phoenix in 1996, is a gripping narrative that unfolds when a body is discovered in a hotel room, identified as a missing LAPD narcotics officer. The initial conclusion drawn by the LAPD is that the death is a suicide, but Harry Bosch, the protagonist, is skeptical. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers unsettling details that challenge the official story, leading him into a complex web of drug dealers and corruption.

Readers will follow Bosch as he navigates the murky waters of the case, driven by his instincts and a growing attraction to the officer’s widow. The story explores themes of police work, murder, and the dark underbelly of drug trafficking, particularly focusing on a new drug called Black Ice that has emerged from Mexico. This edition spans 322 pages and is presented in English, offering a detailed look into Bosch’s relentless pursuit of the truth amidst a backdrop of shifting identities and danger.