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A transatlantic serial killer thriller with a twist of Biblical proportions.
Christmas in London: a period of joy and togetherness. Not for Metropolitan Police Commander Austin Grant, though. Three dead bodies have turned up on his patch, and the only thing they have in common is a number carved into their foreheads.
With the victims including a professor of ancient mythology, a sculptor of curious idols, and lead vocalist of The Blasphemers. It seems the killer is meting out their own version of Biblical justice, punishing those who transgress the Ten Commandments. With seven commandments left, Grant puts the Met's best detectives on the case.
But soon enough, a fourth victim turns up. In New York City. It appears Grant has a transatlantic manhunt on his hands. Can he stop this terrifying zealot before they strike again?
Reviews for The Last Commandment:
'Gory but gripping.' Daily Mail
'An enthralling mystery.' Karin Slaughter
'A gem of a thriller, not to be missed.' Michael Koryta
'A real corker.' Booklist
'A riveting and wondrously satisfying thriller.' May Cobb
'Ingeniously constructed and breathlessly told... Scott Shepherd at his gripping best.' Charles Ardai
About the author
Scott Shepherd is a veteran writer/producer/show-runner with years of experience running network series; his production and screenwriting credits include The Equalizer, Miami Vice, and Quantum Leap. Born in New York City and raised in Los Angeles, he studied English at Stanford University and currently teaches television writing at the University of Texas in Austin.
Follow Scott at scottshepherdauthor.com and @MyWritersLife.
Summary
In this transatlantic thriller, Scotland Yard detective Austin Grant must track a serial killer targeting those who transgress the Ten Commandments from London to New York.
Foreword
In this transatlantic thriller, Scotland Yard detective Austin Grant must track a serial killer targeting those who transgress the Ten Commandments from London to New York.
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A fast-moving police procedural... The action is non-stop, the pace doesn't falter and it makes for a quick read... This is the first in a series and readers will be looking forward to the second book
Report
'Gory but gripping, Shepherd never allows the pace to slow, and the climax is suitably Old Testament' Daily Mail
