The First Stone: A Psychological Thriller and Crime Novel

By FRANCISCO ANGELONI

Is the deterioration of our society solely the fault of those who break the law, or do we all share some responsibility?
The First Stone explores the thin line between criminal acts and everyday betrayals, showing how even those who don't break the law can cause irreparable harm to others' lives. The unfaithful spouse, the disloyal friend, the colleague who tramples others for personal gain-everyone, in some way, contributes to the moral and emotional collapse of those around them.
Walter is a young administrative employee, married, with simple aspirations: to advance in his career, start a family, and live peacefully with his wife. But in a series of devastating revelations, he discovers that the people he trusted most have betrayed him in unexpected and brutal ways. His once calm and predictable life spirals into pain and despair, leaving him unsure of how to escape.
Dragged down by the actions of others and facing the worst streak of his life, Walter becomes trapped in a cycle of betrayal and desperation. With no clear options, he finds himself in an extreme situation that tests his ability to endure, forcing him to make decisions that will change his life forever.
The First Stone is a psychological thriller that exposes the hypocrisy of a society quick to judge others while hiding its own flaws. Through Walter's story-a man caught in a world of betrayal and disappointment-the novel challenges readers to question who is truly responsible for a society in decline.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DZBWCW35
• ISBN13: 9798312549591
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"