A Case Against The Clock

by Ross Fattori

A Case Against The Clock is a thriller novel about a criminal profiler, Reg Battie, who has been retained by police to help identify the person responsible for three vicious murders. But, Reg has a challenge – he’s battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive and fatal neuromuscular disease.

Readers follow the police investigation as the bodies pile up, and are offered glimpses inside the killer’s mind to understand the strange motivations behind the murders. As the story unfolds, it’s a race against time for Battie to identify the likely perpetrator in order to prevent further killings, and before ALS takes his life.

356 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 26, 2024

About the author

Ross Fattori is an author and freelance writer whose work has appeared in the Toronto Star, Toronto Sun and Canadian Autoworld magazine. His first non-fiction book, My European Travelogue, was published in 2019. Fattori's debut novel, a crime thriller called A Case Against The Clock, was published in February, 2024. Fattori resides in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada.

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an incredible read by a Canadian author! Very well written and the story had me hooked from the very beginning. Can’t wait to read more by this talented author.

[Jill Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wild ride!

What a riveting read!
With a violent and evil serial killer gripping a sleepy community with fear, investigators desperately follow the very few leads left behind and call on Reg Battie, a brilliant criminal profiler who is willing to use his skills to help stop the killings, but he is running out of time.

What a thrill to read; it was hard to put down.
How long until the next book comes out?
Not fast enough!
Thank you for the wild ride, Mr. Fattori, I can’t wait until the next one!

[Coltrane Seesequasis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thrilling, mysterious, and surprisingly heartfelt, A Case Against The Clock is a great read for any fans of mystery. The characters are fleshed out and proactive, and it's interesting getting into their heads and learning what makes them tick whether it be the detectives, the genius profiler who's slowly dying due to a debilitating disease, or the mad killer himself. Ross Fattori has crafted a wonderful story, and I'm eager to read his next works.

[Aranka · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book! I came across the author at a signing in Belleville. The cover of his other book caught my eye but I was interested in the premise of this one more. I liked how the book jumped between different character points of view while staying easy to follow. Unique concept and never a dull moment.

[Margaret Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This well written mystery kept me on the edge of my seat. The ending is a real twist and it shows deep insight into human nature. I've recommended this book to family and friends. Also, please remember that the author is donating $1.00 per copy is donated to ALS.