Dr. Henry Lawrence is a man of sophistication. A renowned psychiatrist, an esteemed member of high society, and a connoisseur of the finest wines and cuisine. But beneath his polished exterior lies a darkness no one suspects-his obsession with the perfect meal.
When a well-known food critic disappears after a heated argument with Dr. Lawrence, FBI Special Agent Elliot Graves begins investigating a string of unexplained disappearances among New York's elite. As bodies remain unfound and the killer leaves behind no trace, Graves is forced to consider the unthinkable-what if the victims were never meant to be found?
As Henry selects his next course and the FBI closes in, a dangerous game of cat and mouse unfolds. Will Graves uncover the truth before he becomes the next dish on Henry's menu?
A chilling psychological thriller blending elegance, horror, and noir, First Course: A Delicate Bite is the first installment in the Savage Elegance series-where murder is an art, and dinner is to die for.