The Scarecrow

In this gripping standalone thriller, Jack McEvoy returns to uncover the truth behind a killer known as The Scarecrow, risking everything in the process.

In The Scarecrow, Jack McEvoy finds himself at a crossroads in his career as a crime reporter. Having been forced to take a buy-out from the Los Angeles Times, he has only 30 days left before his departure. Rather than fading away quietly, Jack is determined to leave a lasting mark in journalism by pursuing one last story that he hopes will earn him a Pulitzer Prize. This ambitious goal sets the stage for a gripping narrative filled with tension and intrigue.

Jack's investigation begins with Alonzo Winslow, a troubled sixteen-year-old drug dealer who has confessed to the horrific crime of raping and strangling a client. However, as Jack digs deeper, he uncovers unsettling truths that suggest Alonzo's confession may not be what it seems. This revelation propels Jack into the world of a serial killer known as The Scarecrow, a figure who has eluded both police and the FBI, operating under the radar while leaving a trail of devastation in his wake.

As Jack races against time to uncover the truth behind the Scarecrow, he finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. The stakes are higher than ever, and the tension builds as Jack realizes that the killer is aware of his pursuit. The Scarecrow is a thrilling standalone crime novel that showcases the relentless determination of a reporter who refuses to back down, even when faced with unimaginable risks.