Wild Instinct : A Novel by T. Jefferson Parker
A gripping high-stakes thriller by three-time Edgar Award winner and New York Times bestselling author T. Jefferson Parker ("A marvel...hits the high-water mark for crime fiction every time out." —Gregg Hurwitz)
The hunt for the truth is the deadliest game.
Former Marine sniper Lew Gale, now a detective with the Orange County California Sheriff’s Department, is assigned to track and shoot a mountain lion that has killed a man in the rugged country east of Laguna Beach, California. The victim is Bennet Tarlow, a rich developer and man-about-town in upscale coastal Orange County.
The investigation takes a chilling turn when Lew and his new partner, Daniela Mendez, discover that Bennet was dead long before the lion got to him. And while he might have been the first to die, he certainly will not be the last.
Praise for this book
"Parker is no slouch at plotting, but he particularly excels at creating flawed but sympathetic characters who are doing their best in a complex world. Gale and Mendez each have complicated lives but strive for justice even so." —Library Journal (starred review)
"With effective surprises, memorable characters, and simmering SoCal atmosphere, this goes down smooth." —Publishers Weekly
"The novel is a potent mixture of plot and character...it’s a gift to his many fans. Expect high demand for this title." —Booklist
"Outstanding in every respect, one hopes Wild Instinct is the first of many investigations for this engaging detective duo." —LA Times
About the AuthorT. Jefferson Parker is the author of numerous novels and short stories, the winner of three Edgar Awards (for Silent Joe, California Girl, and the short story "Skinhead Central"), and the recipient of a Los Angeles Times Book Prize for best mystery (Silent Joe). Before becoming a full-time novelist, he was an award-winning reporter. He lives in Fallbrook, California.
Title: Wild Instinct : A Novel
Author(s): T. Jefferson Parker
ISBN: 9781250907929
Copyright 2025
Release Date: November 11, 2025
Publisher: St. Martin's Publishing Group
Countries: United States, Canada | Learn more about available countries
Language: English
Format: None available | Learn More about our supported formats
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About Wild Instinct : A Novel by T. Jefferson Parker
A gripping high-stakes thriller by three-time Edgar Award winner and New York Times bestselling author T. Jefferson Parker ("A marvel...hits the high-water mark for crime fiction every time out." —Gregg Hurwitz)
The hunt for the truth is the deadliest game.
Former Marine sniper Lew Gale, now a detective with the Orange County California Sheriff’s Department, is assigned to track and shoot a mountain lion that has killed a man in the rugged country east of Laguna Beach, California. The victim is Bennet Tarlow, a rich developer and man-about-town in upscale coastal Orange County.
The investigation takes a chilling turn when Lew and his new partner, Daniela Mendez, discover that Bennet was dead long before the lion got to him. And while he might have been the first to die, he certainly will not be the last.
Praise for this book
"Parker is no slouch at plotting, but he particularly excels at creating flawed but sympathetic characters who are doing their best in a complex world. Gale and Mendez each have complicated lives but strive for justice even so." —Library Journal (starred review)
"With effective surprises, memorable characters, and simmering SoCal atmosphere, this goes down smooth." —Publishers Weekly
"The novel is a potent mixture of plot and character...it’s a gift to his many fans. Expect high demand for this title." —Booklist
"Outstanding in every respect, one hopes Wild Instinct is the first of many investigations for this engaging detective duo." —LA Times
About the Author
T. Jefferson Parker is the author of numerous novels and short stories, the winner of three Edgar Awards (for Silent Joe, California Girl, and the short story "Skinhead Central"), and the recipient of a Los Angeles Times Book Prize for best mystery (Silent Joe). Before becoming a full-time novelist, he was an award-winning reporter. He lives in Fallbrook, California.
Title: Wild Instinct : A Novel
Author(s): T. Jefferson Parker
ISBN: 9781250907929
Copyright 2025
Release Date: November 11, 2025
Publisher: St. Martin's Publishing Group
Countries: United States, Canada | Learn more about available countries
Language: English
Format: None available | Learn More about our supported formats
Dragonmount is a proud provider of DRM-free eBooks. By purchasing any eBook from our store, you are not only helping support our website, but you are helping small businesses thrive in a market traditionally dominated by large companies. Learn more in our eBook FAQ.
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