Tato série sleduje osudy forenzní vědkyně, která se ocitá uprostřed napínavých kriminálních záhad. Každý případ ji nutí proniknout do temných zákoutí lidské psychiky i zločinu. S neomylnou logikou a vědeckým přístupem odhaluje pravdu, která je často skrytá na těch nejneočekávanějších místech. Jedná se o poutavé čtení pro milovníky detektivek s důrazem na vědecké postupy.
A forensic scientist is drawn into a chilling investigation after a gruesome murder disrupts the tranquility of a suburban community. As Theresa MacLean delves into the case, she uncovers dark secrets and complex motives lurking beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary lives, challenging her skills and resolve.
Jillian Perry has been found dead in the woods, leaving behind a husband of three weeks and a young daughter. Her body shows no visible marks, and the autopsy reveals no sign of foul play. Apparently it was a suicide—Jillian purposely wandered into the forest and succumbed to the freezing weather. But something doesn't feel right to forensic investigator Theresa MacLean, and she can't let it go. Still emotionally shattered by a devastating loss months ago, Theresa focuses all her attention on the case—one that gets stranger with the appearance of the dead woman's ex-boyfriend seeking custody of Jillian's little girl. Every twist the investigation takes raises the stakes lethally higher. And unless Theresa can find evidence of murder—evidence that doesn't seem to exist—someone may soon share Jillian's ghastly fate.
The chilling legacy of the Torso Killer, a notorious figure in Cleveland's history, unfolds as his gruesome four-year crime spree left the city in fear. With over a dozen murders attributed to him, this madman’s elusive nature has kept his identity shrouded in mystery for seventy-five years. The narrative delves into the impact of his horrific actions on the community and the enduring quest for justice that remains unresolved.
The discovery of Marie Corrigan's body in a luxury hotel room reveals a web of animosity surrounding the Cleveland defense attorney, known for her unethical practices. With a reputation for falsifying evidence, she had garnered hatred from colleagues, opponents, and even her lovers. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a legal convention, raising questions about motives and the darker side of the legal profession. As the investigation progresses, the true nature of her relationships and the potential suspects come to light.