US Marshal Teddy Daniels has come to Shutter Island, home of Ashecliffe Hospital for the Criminally Insane, to find an escaped murderer named Rachel Solando. As a killer hurricane bears down on the island, the investigation deepens and the questions mount. How has a barefoot woman escaped from a locked room? Who is leaving them clues in the form of cryptic codes? And what really goes on in Ward C? The closer Teddy gets to the truth, the more elusive it becomes. And the more he begins to believe that he may never leave Shutter Island. Because someone is trying to drive him insane ... -- From the Back Cover.
Dennis Lehane
Dennis Lehane is an American author known for his gritty crime novels set in his hometown of Boston. His most notable works include "Mystic River," which was adapted into an Academy Award-winning film directed by Clint Eastwood, and "Gone, Baby, Gone," also adapted into a successful film. Lehane's writing style is characterized by its dark and suspenseful themes, complex characters, and intricate plots. He has made significant contributions to the crime fiction genre, earning critical acclaim and a loyal following of readers. Lehane's impact on literature is evidenced by his ability to delve deep into the human psyche and explore the moral complexities of his characters.
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