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Original Sin
A killer reborn. A city paralyzed. A detective whose own sins are the only key to the truth.
Three decades ago, the serial killer known as Astaroth turned San Francisco into a slaughterhouse before vanishing into the fog. Now, he’s back. And he isn't just killing, he’s sending a message.
Detective Alec Wolfe doesn't believe in ghosts, but as the bodies pile up in the streets of San Francisco, he's forced to confront a nightmare he thought was buried. Astaroth is playing a depraved game of cat-and-mouse, leaving behind clues that are far too personal to be a coincidence.
As Alec delves into the chilling abyss of the killer’s mind, he realizes the dark secrets of his own past are inextricably bound to the malevolent force haunting the city. To stop the slaughter, Alec must face the one thing more terrifying than the killer—his own sinful history.
What happens when the only way to catch a monster is to become one?
"Original Sin" is an atmospheric, dark serial killer mystery perfect for fans of Se7en, Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch, and the relentless grit of David Baldacci.
If you love pulse-pounding police procedurals and psychological suspense where the past and present collide, you’ll love Original Sin.
Three decades ago, the serial killer known as Astaroth turned San Francisco into a slaughterhouse before vanishing into the fog. Now, he’s back. And he isn't just killing, he’s sending a message.
Detective Alec Wolfe doesn't believe in ghosts, but as the bodies pile up in the streets of San Francisco, he's forced to confront a nightmare he thought was buried. Astaroth is playing a depraved game of cat-and-mouse, leaving behind clues that are far too personal to be a coincidence.
As Alec delves into the chilling abyss of the killer’s mind, he realizes the dark secrets of his own past are inextricably bound to the malevolent force haunting the city. To stop the slaughter, Alec must face the one thing more terrifying than the killer—his own sinful history.
What happens when the only way to catch a monster is to become one?
"Original Sin" is an atmospheric, dark serial killer mystery perfect for fans of Se7en, Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch, and the relentless grit of David Baldacci.
If you love pulse-pounding police procedurals and psychological suspense where the past and present collide, you’ll love Original Sin.
350 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2023
About the author
Andy Holmes
7 books4 followersAndy Holmes is an author currently living in San Francisco with his wife and two young daughters. He specializes in Crime, Thrillers, Sci-Fi and the supernatural. When he isn't busy reading or writing books, he spends his time exploring the city and dreaming about the future. He likes all things Batman, Sci-Fi and has a strange and unusual obsession with the beauty of language.
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October 1, 2023
Captivating and thrilling
It was difficult to put this book down once I got into it. I’ve read other books by this author and wasn’t sure to expect with a much longer novel (as compared to the shorter Agent 917 series books). I was very happy that it was very suspenseful and entertaining. Holmes’s writing is to the point and immerses the reader into the story with imagery — without being too wordy. I enjoyed the story and its twists and turns. I highly recommend it!
It was difficult to put this book down once I got into it. I’ve read other books by this author and wasn’t sure to expect with a much longer novel (as compared to the shorter Agent 917 series books). I was very happy that it was very suspenseful and entertaining. Holmes’s writing is to the point and immerses the reader into the story with imagery — without being too wordy. I enjoyed the story and its twists and turns. I highly recommend it!
April 30, 2024
unputdownable!
Alec Wolfe is a detective. He has a wife and little girl. He is a good cop and a good man who has done some bad things. One bad thing comes back to haunt him and threatens the life of his daughter. Alec is put on the case to find an evil demon serial killer named Asteroth. Great story. Highly recommend.
Alec Wolfe is a detective. He has a wife and little girl. He is a good cop and a good man who has done some bad things. One bad thing comes back to haunt him and threatens the life of his daughter. Alec is put on the case to find an evil demon serial killer named Asteroth. Great story. Highly recommend.
January 2, 2024
great read on a great cop
Loved this book. Alec Wolfe is a detective chasing a serial killer and it hits close to home. Alec will do anything to save his family even break the law. Can’t wait for book two.
Loved this book. Alec Wolfe is a detective chasing a serial killer and it hits close to home. Alec will do anything to save his family even break the law. Can’t wait for book two.
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