The Cutting

In "Cutting," acclaimed author James Hayman delivers a gripping police procedural set in the haunting backdrop of Portland, Maine. Published by Penguin Books Ltd in 2011, this thrilling mystery spans 448 pages and takes readers on a suspenseful journey through the dark underbelly of crime. When the mutilated body of a missing high-school athlete is discovered in a scrap metal yard, former NYPD detective Michael McCabe is drawn into a chilling investigation. The shocking detail of her heart being surgically removed points to a killer with disturbing expertise. As McCabe delves deeper, he uncovers a sinister pattern linked to the abduction of a young businesswoman on the same day. Can he unravel the connection before more lives are lost? With its intricate plot and compelling characters, "Cutting" is a must-read for fans of mystery and detective fiction.