Synopsis

Detective Peter Decker's quiet, pre-dawn solitude in Los Angeles is brutally interrupted by the discovery of an abandoned, blood-spattered toddler in an upscale development. The blood is not hers, igniting a chilling mystery that quickly consumes the LAPD detective. With no one stepping forward to claim the child, Decker finds himself unusually obsessed, driven by a profound sense of injustice. His relentless pursuit of clues soon uncovers a far more sinister crime: a horrific scene where four bodies lie brutally murdered. The investigation unravels a complex tapestry of secrets, exposing a hidden world beneath the tranquil surface of the community—a world steeped in hatred, intense passions, and deadly violence. As his beloved Rina Lazarus prepares to return from New York, Peter is already entangled in a morally ambiguous labyrinth, where the sweet innocence of the abandoned child is juxtaposed against a bitter, lethal sting. "Milk and Honey" plunges Decker into a deeply personal case that tests his dedication, his moral compass, and his burgeoning relationship with Rina, as he navigates the dark duality of human nature to uncover the truth.

Critical Reception

""Milk and Honey" is widely celebrated as a pivotal early installment in Faye Kellerman's critically acclaimed Peter Decker/Rina Lazarus series, establishing her distinctive blend of intricate mystery, profound character development, and compelling exploration of Jewish cultural themes."

Metadata

ISBN:9780449003138
Pages:N/A
Age Rating:16+

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