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Cop town a novel
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- ISBN: 9780345547514
- ISBN: 0345547519
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1 online resource. - Publisher: New York : Delacorte Press, 2014.
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- Baker & Taylor
Reluctant rookie cop Kate Murphy finds herself teamed with agenda-seeking Maggie Lawson in a manhunt for a cop killer. - Baker & Taylor
"Atlanta, 1974. It's Kate Murphy's first day on the job and the Atlanta Police Department is seething after the murder of an officer. Before the day has barely begun, she already suspects she's not cut out for the job as a cop. Her male uniform is too big, she can't handle a gun, and she's rapidly learning that the APD is hardly a place that welcomes women. Worse still, in the ensuing manhunt, she'll be partnered with Maggie Lawson, a cop with her own ax to grind (and a brother and uncle already on the force)--a strategy meant to isolate Kate and Maggie from the action. But the move will backfire, putting them right at the heart of it"-- - Baker & Taylor
A standalone thriller by the best-selling author ofUnseen is set in 1974 Atlanta and finds reluctant rookie cop Kate Murphy teamed with agenda-seeking Maggie Lawson in a manhunt for a cop killer. - Random House, Inc.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ⢠Karin Slaughter, author of the bestselling Will Trent novels, is widely acclaimed as âone of the best crime novelists in Americaâ (The Washington Post). Now she delivers her first stand-alone novel: an epic story of a city in the midst of seismic upheaval, a serial killer targeting cops, and a divided police force tasked with bringing a madman to justice.
Atlanta, 1974: As a brutal murder and a furious manhunt rock the cityâs police department, Kate Murphy wonders if her first day on the job will also be her last. Sheâs determined to defy her privileged background by making her own wayâwearing a badge and carrying a gun. But for a beautiful young woman, life will be anything but easy in the macho world of the Atlanta PD, where even the female cops have little mercy for rookies. Itâs also the worst day possible to start given that a beloved cop has been gunned down, his brothers in blue are out for blood, and the city is on the edge of war.
Kate isnât the only woman on the force whoâs feeling the heat. Maggie Lawson followed her uncle and brother into the ranks to prove her worth in their cynical eyes. When she and Kate, her new partner, are pushed out of the citywide search for a cop killer, their fury, pain, and pride finally reach the boiling point. With a killer poised to strike again, they will pursue their own line of investigation, risking everything as they venture into the cityâs darkest heart.
Relentlessly paced, acutely observed, wickedly funny, and often heartbreaking, Cop Town is Karin Slaughterâs most powerful novel yetâa tour de force of storytelling from our foremost master of character, atmosphere, and suspense.
Features a preview of Karin Slaughterâs next novel, Pretty Girls
âKarin Slaughter is simply one of the best thriller writers working today, and Cop Town shows the author at the top of her gameârelentless pacing, complex characters, and gritty realism, all set against the backdrop of a city on the edge. Slaughterâs eye for detail and truth is unmatched. . . . Iâd follow her anywhere.ââGillian Flynn
âCop Town proves Karin Slaughter is one of Americaâs best writers. . . . She pulls her readers into a twisted tale of mystery and keeps them fascinated from start to finish.ââThe Huffington Post
âStunning . . . Karin Slaughter breaks new ground with this riveting story. If you havenât yet read her, this is the moment.ââMichael Connelly
âCompulsively readable . . . will have your heart racing.ââO: The Oprah Magazine
âIntense . . . engrossing . . . evocative . . . [Karin Slaughterâs] first stand-alone novel [has] a gritty, action-packed plot and strong, believable characters.ââAssociated Press
âSlaughter graphically exposes the rampant racism, homophobia, and misogyny of cop culture in the 1970s. . . . Winning leads, the retro setting, and a riveting plot make this one of Slaughterâs best.ââBooklist (starred review)
âSuperb . . . explosive . . . [Cop Town] is sure to win over readers new to Slaughterâs work while reminding old fans of her enormous talent.ââLibrary Journal (starred review) - Random House, Inc.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ' Karin Slaughter, author of the bestselling Will Trent novels, is widely acclaimed as 'one of the best crime novelists in America' (The Washington Post). Now she delivers her first stand-alone novel: an epic story of a city in the midst of seismic upheaval, a serial killer targeting cops, and a divided police force tasked with bringing a madman to justice.
Atlanta, 1974: As a brutal murder and a furious manhunt rock the city's police department, Kate Murphy wonders if her first day on the job will also be her last. She's determined to defy her privileged background by making her own way'wearing a badge and carrying a gun. But for a beautiful young woman, life will be anything but easy in the macho world of the Atlanta PD, where even the female cops have little mercy for rookies. It's also the worst day possible to start given that a beloved cop has been gunned down, his brothers in blue are out for blood, and the city is on the edge of war.
Kate isn't the only woman on the force who's feeling the heat. Maggie Lawson followed her uncle and brother into the ranks to prove her worth in their cynical eyes. When she and Kate, her new partner, are pushed out of the citywide search for a cop killer, their fury, pain, and pride finally reach the boiling point. With a killer poised to strike again, they will pursue their own line of investigation, risking everything as they venture into the city's darkest heart.
Relentlessly paced, acutely observed, wickedly funny, and often heartbreaking, Cop Town is Karin Slaughter's most powerful novel yet'a tour de force of storytelling from our foremost master of character, atmosphere, and suspense.
Features a preview of Karin Slaughter's next novel, Pretty Girls
"Karin Slaughter is simply one of the best thriller writers working today, and Cop Town shows the author at the top of her game'relentless pacing, complex characters, and gritty realism, all set against the backdrop of a city on the edge. Slaughter's eye for detail and truth is unmatched. . . . I'd follow her anywhere.''Gillian Flynn
"Cop Town proves Karin Slaughter is one of America's best writers. . . . She pulls her readers into a twisted tale of mystery and keeps them fascinated from start to finish.''The Huffington Post
'stunning . . . Karin Slaughter breaks new ground with this riveting story. If you haven't yet read her, this is the moment.''michael Connelly
"Compulsively readable . . . will have your heart racing.''O: The Oprah Magazine
"Intense . . . engrossing . . . evocative . . . [Karin Slaughter's] first stand-alone novel [has] a gritty, action-packed plot and strong, believable characters.''Associated Press
'slaughter graphically exposes the rampant racism, homophobia, and misogyny of cop culture in the 1970s. . . . Winning leads, the retro setting, and a riveting plot make this one of Slaughter's best.''Booklist (starred review)
'superb . . . explosive . . . [Cop Town] is sure to win over readers new to Slaughter's work while reminding old fans of her enormous talent.''Library Journal (starred review)
