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Pub Date Jan 19 2027 | Archive Date Feb 2 2027


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It's a hideous echo of a violent past. Across America, murders are being committed with all the twisted hallmarks of the Boston Strangler, the Zodiac Killer and Son of Sam. The media frenzy explodes and Nashville homicide lieutenant Taylor Jackson knows instantly that The Pretender is back...and he's got helpers.

As The Pretender's disciples perpetrate their sick homages—stretching police and the FBI dangerously thin—Taylor tries desperately to prepare for their inevitable showdown. And she must do it alone. To be close to her is to be in mortal danger, and she won't risk losing anyone she loves. But the isolation, the self-doubt and the rising body count are taking their toll—she's beside herself and ready to snap.

The brilliant psychopath who both adores and despises her is drawing close. Close enough to touch....

It's a hideous echo of a violent past. Across America, murders are being committed with all the twisted hallmarks of the Boston Strangler, the Zodiac Killer and Son of Sam. The media frenzy...


A Note From the Publisher

<p>J.T. Ellison is the <i>New York Times</i> and <i>USA Today</i> bestselling author of more than thirty novels of psychological suspense, including the Taylor Jackson series, the Samantha Owens series, and numerous acclaimed stand-alones.</p><p>She is the Emmy Award–winning cohost of <i>A Word on Words</i>, the literary television series on PBS. Over a twenty-year career, her work has earned widespread critical recognition, with titles optioned for television and published in thirty countries, and millions of copies in print worldwide.</p><p>A dedicated voice in the writing community, she also publishes <i>The Creative Edge</i>, a newsletter and blog for writers navigating the craft and business of fiction.</p><p>She lives with her husband and twin kittens—one of whom is a ghost—in Nashville, Tennessee.</p>

<p>J.T. Ellison is the <i>New York Times</i> and <i>USA Today</i> bestselling author of more than thirty novels of psychological suspense, including the Taylor Jackson...


Advance Praise

<p><b>Praise for the Taylor Jackson series</b></p><p>“Fusing gritty cop drama with dark psychological thriller, Ellison distinguishes herself with exceptional character development, consistently breakneck pacing and a sense of authenticity throughout.” <b>—<i>Chicago Tribune</i>, on <i>14</i></b></p><p>“A terrific lead character, terrific suspense, terrific twists…a completely convincing debut.” <b>—Lee Child, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of the Jack Reacher series, on <i>All the Pretty Girls</i></b></p><p>“A taut, striking debut. Mystery fiction has a new name to watch.” <b>—John Connolly, author of <i>The Book of Lost Things</i>, on <i>All the Pretty Girls</i></b></p><p>“Ellison hits the ground running with an electrifying debut. <i>All the Pretty Girls</i> is a masterful thriller, shockingly authentic and unputdownable. Fans of Sandford, Cornwell, and Reichs will relish every page.” <b>—J. A. Konrath, author of <i>Dirty Martini</i></b></p><p>“Everything a great crime thriller should be.” <b>—Allison Brennan, author of <i>Fear No Evil</i> on <i>All the Pretty Girls</i></b></p><p>“An impressive debut that is rich not just in suspense but in the details. Fast-paced and creepily believable, Ellison’s novel proves that there is still room in the genre for new authors and new cops. There’s no novice showing in <i>All the Pretty Girls.</i> It’s all gritty, grisly, and a great read.” <b>—M. J. Rose, author of <i>The Reincarnationist</i></b></p><p>“J.T. Ellison’s <i>All the Pretty Girls</i> is mystery magic, a first-rate, creepy, hold-your-breath story of suspense.” <b>—Robert Fate, author of <i>Baby Shark</i></b></p>

<p><b>Praise for the Taylor Jackson series</b></p><p>“Fusing gritty cop drama with dark psychological thriller, Ellison distinguishes herself with exceptional character...


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BISAC Codes

FIC022040 FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Women Sleuths
FIC022020 FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Police Procedural
FIC030000 FICTION / Thrillers / Suspense