Opening Moves by Steven James

Opening Moves
by Steven James
(The Bowers Files)

In Opening Moves, the fifth gripping installment of The Bowers Files series, author Steven James takes readers back to the beginning of FBI Special Agent Patrick Bowers’s terrifying career. Set in Milwaukee, 1997, the city is still reeling from the horrific crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer when a new series of gruesome kidnappings and mutilations begin, leaving authorities struggling to comprehend the horrors before them. Initially, the police suspect a Dahmer copycat is behind the crimes.

But homicide detective Patrick Bowers believes this is more than just a tribute to the infamous cannibal. As Bowers uncovers shocking details that reference some of the most notorious killers in history, the investigation spirals into a terrifying nightmare of manipulation, brutality, and relentless terror. Utilizing groundbreaking investigative techniques, Bowers finds himself locked in a deadly game of cat and mouse with a killer determined to send a chilling message to the world.

Chilling, gritty, and filled with unexpected twists, Opening Moves is Steven James’s most heart-pounding and suspenseful novel yet.

Why You'll Love This Book:

• Opening Moves offers a chilling prequel to the Bowers Files, providing a gripping backstory to FBI Special Agent Patrick Bowers’s career.
• Steven James masterfully weaves a gritty and intense thriller, perfect for fans of psychological suspense and serial killer mysteries.
• The novel’s rich detail and complex characters make it a must-read for lovers of crime fiction and dark, twist-filled narratives.
• Perfect for readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers with shocking twists and high-stakes investigations.

Opening Moves is a thrilling addition to the Bowers Files, keeping readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.