The Girls He Adored

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For ten years, FBI Special Agent E.L. Pender has been investigating the mysterious disappearances of a dozen women, all sharing the common trait of strawberry blond hair and a connection to a mysterious man. The case takes a dark turn in Monterey, California, when a routine traffic stop leads to the discovery of a disemboweled victim and a cunning killer with multiple personalities. Pender believes he has identified the suspect, but before he can act, the suspect escapes from custody and kidnaps his psychiatrist, Irene Cogan. In a remote house in Oregon, Irene faces the psychological challenges posed by her captor's shifting personas—each with distinct traits, from brilliant to naive, and from murderous to passive. Dominated by the seductive killer Max, she realizes that to survive, she must engage with his twisted game of manipulation. As she navigates this perilous situation, Irene seeks to uncover the tragic backstory of a shattered boy and the girls he loved. This sexually charged thriller blends psychological depth with suspense, showcasing the intense dynamic between a deviant killer and the expert determined to expose his secrets. The narrative moves swiftly through the complexities of the human psyche, leading to a shocking conclusion. Jonathan Nasaw crafts an engaging tale featuring a captivating sleuth and a chilling antagonist.