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Rosenfelt's thriller is immensely engaging, a young reporter on the scent of one great story after another, as Chris Turley's otherwise unimpressive byline suddenly gains national cachet. But over time and at the expense of many innocent victims, a more heinous plot evolves. None of the shocking events that will rivet the country's attention on New Jersey have yet occurred when Turley receives a tip that puts him in position to break a major news story in New Jersey, the bombing of a medical building. A second tip leads to headlines of a political scandal, yet another coup for Turley, son of a famous journalist who was more iconic hero than loving father. The last thing Chris wants is to follow in his father's footsteps. Then a third incident- the discovery of the body of a missing man- not only puts Chris in the spotlight once more, but leads him to suspect the informant, PT, has an agenda of his own, with Chris a critical component.
The protagonist is likable, irreverent, possessing just enough confidence and self-doubt to make him the perfect vehicle for the revenge of a twisted mind. Blending old-time reportage with the advances of technology and the usual bureaucratic snarls of state vs. federal law enforcement agencies, Rosenfelt crafts a thoroughly chilling tale, more dead bodies piling up as Chris finds himself the star of the meticulously plotted scheme of a perverse psychopath. The author deftly avoids the pitfalls of predictability, sidestepping the obvious clichés, twisting and turning characters and motives in a mad pursuit that leaves the killer on top and Chris dancing to his every tune. Even law enforcement has a personal face, lending emotional nuance to a manhunt that is thwarted at every turn and better than most.
All the world is a stage in Bergen, New Jersey, as a young reporter is thrust into public awareness by his proximity to a killer, but the thrill quickly wears off as random victims die and the final resolution puts the lives of thousands at stake. Written with gritty energy, Rosenfelt's style is more pragmatic than outrageous, more ironic than cynical, as one man holds the country hostage to his demands. Down to the Wire is a thriller worth the read. Luan Gaines/2010.
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