The Last Detective

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Elvis Cole returns in a gripping tale that delves into the complexities of family and the weight of the past. His relationship with attorney Lucy Chenier is tested when, during a business trip, her ten-year-old son, Ben, goes missing while staying with Elvis. Initially believing Ben may have run away, the situation quickly darkens as evidence suggests something far more sinister. Teaming up with his enigmatic partner, Joe Pike, and LAPD Detective Carol Starkey, Elvis embarks on a frantic search for Ben, all while navigating the interference of Lucy's wealthy ex-husband, who seeks to control the investigation. As tensions rise, Elvis and Joe uncover a troubling lead that ties Ben's disappearance to a long-buried secret from Elvis's own past. This journey into Elvis's psyche reveals his deep-seated need for family, shaped by his military upbringing, his steadfast partnership with Pike, and his strained relationship with Lucy. With relentless pacing and rich characterizations, the narrative explores the lengths one will go to protect loved ones, making this Crais's most intense suspense story yet.