The Book of Kills by Ralph McInerny

The Book of Kills by Ralph McInerny

In The Book of Kills, Ralph McInerny delivers a sharp and suspenseful mystery set at the University of Notre Dame. What starts as a series of seemingly harmless pranks—an abduction, an intruder at a football game, and cemetery vandalism—soon spirals into a much darker tale. Perpetual graduate student Otto Plant claims Notre Dame’s founder wronged Native Americans, and his protests seem connected to the disturbing events. With tensions rising, private detective Philip Knight and his brother, Roger, a philosophy professor, are hired to investigate. But when a body is found wearing a headdress, the case becomes deadly. As the Knights dig deeper, they uncover secrets that threaten to expose hidden passions, mistakes, and family strife.

Why You'll Love This Book

The Book of Kills masterfully combines academic intrigue, a complex mystery, and rich character dynamics. Ralph McInerny’s clever storytelling, set in the backdrop of the storied Notre Dame campus, keeps readers on edge as the Knights work to solve the puzzle before anyone else becomes a victim.