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When the Bough Breaks (Alex Delaware series, Book 1)

A tensely suspenseful psychological crime novel
By Jonathan Kellerman
Series: Alex Delaware
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When the Bough Breaks follows psychologist Alex Delaware as he is drawn into a complex murder investigation after a retired colleague seeks his help. A young girl, the sole witness to a brutal crime, holds the key to uncovering the truth. As Alex navigates the psychological twists, he faces danger and moral dilemmas in his pursuit of justice.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy diving into intense psychological thrillers with intricate plots. Follow psychologist Alex Delaware as he unravels a complex mystery filled with suspense and intrigue, combining the procedural elements of crime-solving with the chilling depths of disturbed minds. Perfect for readers who appreciate a blend of psychology and gripping detective work.

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When the Bough Breaks (Alex Delaware series, Book 1)

Can psychologist Dr Alex Delaware unlock the terrible secret buried in seven-year-old Melody Quinn's mind before the killer claims more victims?

The first Alex Delaware novel, When the Bough Breaks, is vintage Jonathan Kellerman and full of psychological suspense.

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From the internationally bestselling Jonathan Kellerman comes an explosive thriller featuring the legendary psychologist Alex Delaware.

Seven-year-old Melody Quinn is the only witness of a horrific double murder, but she can't or won’t talk about what she saw. Child psychologist Alex Delaware is brought in to try and get through to her and to uncover the truth of what happened that night. However, it soon becomes clear that Melody isn't just traumatised by the murders.

Alex is only too aware that LA is a city which spawns ugliness. But is he prepared for the seemingly bottomless pit of perversion and violence that he's about to uncover in When the Bough Breaks?

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When the Bough Breaks is praised for its intense psychological drama, exploring dark themes of depravity and organised crime. The novel demonstrates Jonathan Kellerman's assured writing skill and effectively creates a chilling atmosphere, making it a gripping read within the crime thriller genre.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755342815

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 February 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 112.0mm

Height: 177.0mm

Weight: 282g

Pages: 448

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Jonathan Kellerman Series: Alex Delaware

About the Author

After a distinguished career in child psychology, Jonathan Kellerman turned to writing full-time, and there are now over thirty million copies of his novels in print. He is also the author of two volumes of psychology. He lives in Southern California with his wife, the novelist Faye Kellerman, and their four children.

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