The Effects of Being Alone

By Clayton Jasper

On the dark, wet streets of Seattle, a killer is stalking scores of seemingly random victims. Armed with a rare Russian knife, the Seattle Slasher operates with ruthless efficiency, killingand skinninghis prey, while leaving police little to go on. And with a mounting casualty list, there appears to be no end in sight.Eric Clinner is a hardworking technician at the Seattle morgue, who sees firsthand the Seattle Slashers handiwork. And after his beautiful wife was robbed and killed two years ago, Eric knows all too well the pain a murderer leaves behind. But this mild-mannered man of science also hides a dark secret. As the loneliness and sorrow caused by Ambers death become too much, Eric finds himself increasingly driven to depraved acts, as if to test his ability to feel. Now, Erics compulsion is the publics top priority, as a panic-stricken populace, desperate city officials, and paranoid governor all race against time to stop the next body bag. And all of it leads up to a shocking finale youve got to read to believe.A fast-paced, smart and savvy thriller, The Effects of Being Alone mixes lightning-sharp dialog, high-stakes medical drama and psychological intrigue for a book that will keep you guessing right up until the very end.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432759051
• ISBN13: 9781432759056
• Release Date: July 2010
• Publisher: Outskirts Press
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.3" x 6.0"