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Deception (Alex Delaware, #25)

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Mystery & Thriller Fiction Mystery & Thriller Mystery & Thriller Suspense

by Jonathan Kellerman

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3.96 (13K ratings)
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description 338 pages

Deception by Jonathan Kellerman holds a well received rating of 3.96 out of 5, based on 13K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 338 pages.

About Deception

Her name is Elise Freeman, and her chilling cry for help comes too late to save her. On a DVD found near her lifeless body, the emotionally and physically battered woman chronicles a long ordeal of abuse at the hands of three sadistic tormentors. But even more shocking is the revelation that the offenders, like their victim, are teachers at one of L.A.’s most prestigious prep schools. Homicide detective Milo Sturgis is assigned to probe the hallowed halls of Windsor Prep Academy, and if ever he could use Dr. Alex Delaware’s psychological prowess, it’s now. As the scandal-conscious elite close ranks around Windsor Prep, Alex and Milo push to expose the dirty secrets festering among society’s manor-born. But while searching for predators among the privileged, Alex and Milo may be walking into a highly polished death trap.

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Author Jonathan Kellerman
Published 2009
Pages 338
Genres Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense
Average Rating 3.96 / 5.00
Total Ratings 13,026

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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13K ratings
With a rating of 3.96, Deception is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.96
This Book
3.95
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Deception?

Deception is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is Deception worth reading?

Based on 13K reader ratings, Deception has an average score of 3.96 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Deception?

Deception has 338 pages.

Who wrote Deception?

Deception was written by Jonathan Kellerman. It was first published in 2009.

What is the ISBN for Deception?

The ISBN-13 for Deception is 9780345505680.0.

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