The Boy by Tami Hoag

The Boy by Tami Hoag

In The Boy, New York Times bestselling author Tami Hoag delivers a heart-pounding thriller that keeps readers guessing until the very end. When Detective Nick Fourcade arrives at the crime scene outside Bayou Breaux, Louisiana, he is faced with a brutal and baffling murder. Seven-year-old KJ Gauthier has been killed by an alleged intruder, yet his mother, Genevieve, remains unharmed. As Nick investigates the horrific crime, his wife, Detective Annie Broussard, comforts the grieving Genevieve, but is also troubled by unanswered questions: why was the child killed, but the mother spared?

When twelve-year-old Nora Florette, KJ's babysitter, goes missing the next day, the quiet town of Bayou Breaux fears a predator is targeting their children. Under mounting pressure from the new sheriff, the media, and worried parents, Nick and Annie delve deeper into the mysteries surrounding the murder and the disappearance. As Genevieve's criminal past comes to light, the detectives must unravel the chilling possibility that she could be involved in her own son's death. Is Nora a victim, or does she hold the key to the truth?

As the investigation unfolds, Nick and Annie must confront dark secrets and buried lies in their relentless pursuit of justice for The Boy.

Why You’ll Love This Book:

• A gripping and suspenseful thriller with twists that keep you guessing
• Complex and compelling characters, including Detective Nick Fourcade and Annie Broussard
• Explores the harrowing impact of loss and the psychological depths of parenthood
• Set in the atmospheric backdrop of a small Louisiana town with dark secrets
• Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers and crime fiction

The Boy by Tami Hoag is a riveting mystery that delves into the complexities of grief, guilt, and the search for the truth, keeping readers on edge until the final revelation.