Charred

From the author of Frozen, a female detective investigates arson and murder in in this “well-plotted, fast-paced” thriller (Publishers Weekly).

It’s the hottest summer on record. The streets are shimmering, walking outside is like walking into a furnace, and yet, someone is still setting fires. Milwaukee homicide detective Ellie MacIntosh is called to an arson scene and finds bewildered home owners, an unidentified corpse, and cryptic clues. Is it a random killing? The ritualistic nature of the crime points to no, and Ellie fears that the already-oppressive summer is just starting to heat up. Ellie doesn’t like her obnoxious new partner, Jason Santiago—and he doesn’t like her. Yet when she becomes convinced that their investigation is tied to a cold case, Jason finds himself grudgingly starting to agree. It might be hot as hell outside, but the details of the brutal homicide are chilling. . . .

Praise for Frozen, book 1 of the DetectiveEllie MacIntosh series

“Beware. Frozen will have you shivering.” —Sandra Brown, New York Times–bestselling author

“Watterson draws you in and keeps you riveted until the last page.” —Laura Griffin, New York Times–bestselling author of Twisted

“Gripping, atmospheric, and fabulous!” —Carla Neggers, New York Times–bestselling author of Saint’s Gate

“A cunning killer who will leave you chilled to the bone.” —CJ Lyons, New York Times–bestselling author of Blind Faith

“Kate Watterson is a terrific storyteller.” —Hank Phillippi Ryan, Anthony, Agatha, and Macavity Award–winning author of The House Guest