Open Season

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Mystery

Open Season

C. J. Box

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Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett finds himself drawn into a grim discovery when the body of a celebrated outdoorsman, Dallas Cates, is found in the wilderness, an arrow piercing his chest. While initially appearing to be the result of a tragic hunting mishap, Pickett's instincts scream foul play. His suspicion grows as he realizes Cates was involved in something far more sinister than mere sport, leading Pickett down a path that exposes a clandestine and dangerous hunting fraternity. This shadowy group, comprised of influential individuals, engages in extreme activities far beyond the scope of legal sport, blurring the lines between hunter and hunted, and operating under a code of secrecy and absolute power. As Pickett delves deeper into the hidden world of this elite hunting society, he uncovers a terrifying truth: these individuals are not just pursuing game but are involved in acts that challenge his very sense of justice and morality. He becomes a target himself, facing threats from powerful men accustomed to getting their way through intimidation and violence, men who view Pickett as an inconvenient obstacle to their secretive lifestyle. The narrative explores the raw confrontation between the untamed wilderness and the dark underbelly of human nature, the corruption that festers when power goes unchecked, and the personal toll on Pickett as he navigates this perilous investigation. What makes "Open Season" particularly gripping is Pickett's unwavering dedication to his duty and the stark, unforgiving beauty of the Wyoming landscape that serves as both his sanctuary and a stage for brutal conflict, forcing him to confront the darkness lurking beneath the surface of civilization.

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Tomes & Tales

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Publisher

Penguin

Pages

320

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9780399576614

ISBN-10

0399576614

Language

English

Published

2016-05-31