The Waiting by Michael Connelly - Hardcover
An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller

Detective Renée Ballard is back—and she's taking on her most chilling case yet. When a fresh DNA lead links a recently arrested young man to a brutal serial rapist and murderer whose crimes went cold decades ago, Ballard finds herself unearthing a trail of secrets, lies, and dangerous connections.

The arrested man is just twenty-four, but the link to the notorious Pillowcase Rapist—a predator who terrorized Los Angeles for years—is undeniable. The key to solving this case lies in unraveling the mysteries surrounding his father, the criminal mastermind responsible for a reign of terror in the City of Angels. But as Ballard and her team dig deeper, they encounter obstacles and legal roadblocks that could put their careers—and their lives—on the line.

As if that weren't enough, Ballard faces a personal crisis when her badge, gun, and ID are stolen. She can't report the theft without risking everything—her job, her reputation, and her ability to continue the fight for justice. Forced to go rogue, Ballard reaches out to an unexpected ally—Harry Bosch, the legendary retired detective with a reputation for solving the impossible.

Adding another layer of intrigue, Bosch’s daughter, Maddie, joins the Open-Unsolved Unit as a volunteer. A patrol officer with her own motivations, Maddie brings a fresh perspective to the team. But her involvement may have a hidden agenda—access to the city’s most iconic cold cases, and perhaps, the key to unraveling a decades-old mystery.

The Waiting is a masterclass in suspense—full of twists, turns, and heart-pounding tension. With Connelly’s signature deft storytelling and compelling characters, this gripping thriller proves once again that "you can't do better than Michael Connelly" (Forbes). Prepare for a ride you won't soon forget.