Missing Person

In Sarah Lotz's Missing Person, a group of amateur sleuths investigates a decades-old mystery, unaware that the killer is among them, creating a tense atmosphere of suspense.

In Missing Person, Sarah Lotz weaves a gripping narrative that explores the dark corners of human nature and the quest for truth. The story revolves around a group of amateur sleuths, known as Missing-linc.com, who are dedicated to identifying the nameless dead. Their latest investigation centers on a corpse dubbed the Boy in the Dress, leading them into a web of deception and danger. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they unwittingly attract the attention of the Boy's killer, who becomes a shadowy presence in their lives.

The Boy, identified as Teddy Ryan, was believed to have died in a car accident in Ireland in 1989. However, evidence suggests otherwise, as he was writing letters from New York a year after his supposed death. The story takes a twist when Teddy's nephew, Shaun, a reluctant hero, decides to uncover the truth about his uncle's disappearance. Joining forces with the eclectic members of the Missing-linc group, Shaun embarks on a perilous journey that intertwines their lives with the murderer lurking in the shadows.

Missing Person is not just a thrilling mystery; it also examines the complexities of human relationships and the lengths individuals will go to uncover the truth. With a blend of suspense and psychological depth, Lotz delivers a narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, questioning who can be trusted and what secrets lie beneath the surface.