The Empty Chair

In "The Empty Chair," renowned criminalist Lincoln Rhyme faces a thrilling challenge as he teams up with his brilliant protégé Amelia Sachs to investigate a string of abductions and a murder in the quiet town of Tanner’s Corner. Desperate to improve his condition through high-risk surgery, Rhyme quickly finds himself unraveling the case while navigating a complex dynamic with Sachs, who questions his analysis of the prime suspect—a teenage truant with a disturbing fascination for bugs. With Deaver's hallmark forensic details and unexpected twists, this spine-chilling thriller promises intense suspense as Rhyme and Sachs engage in a battle of wits that tests their skills and their relationship.