The Lovers
The Lovers by John Connolly, published by Hodder & Stoughton on January 21, 2010, is a narrative that delves into the complexities of private investigator Charlie Parker’s past. Stripped of his license and working in a Portland bar, Parker confronts the haunting memories of his childhood, particularly the tragic events surrounding his father’s actions as a police officer. This exploration forces him to reevaluate everything he has believed about his parents and himself.
Readers will find a story that intertwines personal history with a broader investigation into the NYPD’s mysterious past. As Parker navigates his way back to his hometown, he uncovers hidden truths and faces both allies and adversaries from his past. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of suspense and introspection, revealing the shadows that have loomed over Parker’s life. This edition offers a compelling look at themes of identity and the search for truth, all while maintaining a focus on the intricate dynamics of Parker’s relationships and the dangers that threaten his existence.
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“NEW YORK TIMES “BESTSELLING AUTHOR JOHN CONNOLLY WRITES A LYRICAL, HAUNTING TALE THAT TURNS TO PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR CHARLIE PARKER’S HIDDEN PAST . . . AND A SEARCH THAT FORCES HIM TO INVESTIGATE ALL THAT HE HAS EVER BELIEVED TRUE ABOUT HIS BELOVED PARENTS–AND HIMSELF.
Stripped of his license, Charlie Parker takes a job in a Portland bar. Alone and directionless, he faces at last a shadow he has lived with since his childhood: what made his father, a respected police officer, apparently shoot dead two unarmed teens and then commit suicide. His quest leads him back to the little New York town where he grew up, to the mysterious history of the NYPD, and to the existence of secret friends and hidden enemies.
And waiting in the shadows, as they have been throughout Charlie’s life, are a man and a woman with only one purpose: to bring an end to his very existence. . . .
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