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False Prophet
Decker/Lazarus Series, No. 5

by Faye Kellerman



      What is LAPD Detective Peter Decker supposed to do when a well-to-do spa owner, Lilah Brecht, is found beaten, robbed, and raped in her own home? He, of course, is supposed to investigate the crimes. But what can he do when Lilah alleges that she now has psychic powers and can tell when things are going to go wrong for herself and maybe even for him? How can he keep his pregnant wife, Rina, safe from Lilah's heated personality?

Readers of the Decker/Lazarus series need to be aware that this is a reissue. For new fans of Ms. Kellerman's, the series needs to be read in order for readers to get a true appreciation of Peter's and Rina's characters. With that being said, False Prophet is another great example of Ms. Kellerman's talent as a mystery writer. Lilah Brecht's characterization alone is great in adding to the strange happenings around her life. The way that Lilah goes from Miss Well-To-Do to an angry woman who seems to love provoking people, is amazing. Other characters, especially the ones that work at the spa, add to the alleged mystery.

The Book

Avon Books
Reissued December 2005
Original Printing 1992
Paperback
006075088x
Mystery
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The Reviewer

Jen Oliver
Reviewed 2006
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