Woman with a Gun

New York Times Bestselling AuthorNew York Times bestselling master of mystery Phillip Margolin transcends his traditional territory in this new and different book a haunting thriller inspired by an unforgettable photographAt a retrospective on the work of acclaimed photographer Kathy Moran aspiring novelist Stacey Kim is fascinated by the exhibition’s centerpiece: the famous Woman with a Gun which launched the artist’s career. Shot from behind the enigmatic black-and-white image depicts a woman in a wedding dress standing on the shore at night facing the sea. But this is no serene romantic portrait. In her right hand which is hidden behind her back she holds a six-shooter.The picture captures Stacey’s imagination and raises a host of compelling questions: Who is this woman? Is this a photograph of her on her wedding day? Does she plan to kill herself or someone else? Obsessed with finding answers she soon discovers the identity of the woman: a suspect in a ten-year-old murder investigation. Convinced that proof of the woman’s guilt or innocence is somehow connected to the photograph Stacey embarks on a relentless investigation.Drawn deeper into the case Stacey finds that everyone involved has a different opinion of the woman’s culpability. But the one person who may know the whole story—Kathy Moran—isn’t talking. Stacey must find a way to get to the reclusive photographer and get her to talk or the truth about what happened that day will stay forever hidden in the shadows.