The Hollow Man

Waking up on Hampstead Heath not far from a crashed squad car, Detective Nick Belsey wants out--out of London and out of the endless complications of his life. When Alexei Devereux, a wealthy hermit, vanishes, leaving behind a suicide note and his Porsche, Belsey discovers an opportunity--a new identity and a fortune--waiting for the taking.Unfortunately, there are others who share the detective's interest in Devereux, including Scotland Yard. A dead rich man with suspicious financial holdings is bound to have some dangerous ties and a few ruthless enemies. Now, Belsey and his clever plan are about to be overshadowed by far more ambitious players with their own brilliant--and deadly--scheme.Combining dark humor, dazzling twists, and a sharp narrative style, The Hollow Man is a tour de force of suspense--and the debut of an extraordinary new writer.