Body of Lies

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From bestselling author Iris Johansen comes a taut psychological thriller that escalates suspense to new heights. Forensic sculptor Eve Duncan faces a formidable killer who tests her skills and threatens her loved ones. Eve’s work involves giving a face to victims of violent death, providing closure to grieving families. However, her latest case puts her life and those she cares about in jeopardy. A call from a high-ranking government official disrupts her peaceful life with Atlanta detective Joe Quinn and her adopted daughter, Jane. Reluctantly, she travels to Baton Rouge to identify the remains of an unknown murder victim. As she begins the project, she is shrouded in secrecy, questioning whether the high-level security is meant to protect or imprison her. Just as she starts her reconstruction, a death occurs, revealing a ruthless adversary determined to stop her. With threats mounting, Eve realizes she has uncovered a chilling conspiracy. The only person who can provide the answers she seeks is the dead man himself. To survive, Eve must risk everything to unveil the deadly secret of his identity and the truth hidden beneath a web of lies.