The Dirty South

In this gripping thriller by New York Times bestselling author John Connolly, we delve into the origins of Private Investigator Charlie Parker as he confronts his first harrowing case in 1997. Set against the backdrop of Burdon County, Arkansas, the story unveils a chilling series of murders targeting young women, while a former NYPD detective, plagued by personal loss, becomes consumed by the need for vengeance. As the narrative unfolds, readers witness the formation of a relentless hunter amidst a community intent on ignoring the darkness surrounding them.