THE INSPIRATION FOR THE UPCOMING CBS ORIGINAL SERIES TRACKER

In New York Times bestselling master of suspense Jeffery Deaver's riveting thriller, reward seeker Colter Shaw plunges into the woods and races the clock in a case where nothing is quite what it seems.

Allison Parker is on the run with her teenage daughter, Hannah, and Colter Shaw has been hired by her eccentric boss, entrepreneur Marty Harmon, to find and protect her. Though he’s an expert at tracking missing persons—even those who don’t wish to be found—Shaw has met his match in Allison, who brings all her skills as a brilliant engineer designing revolutionary technology to the game of evading detection.

The reason for Allison’s panicked flight is soon apparent. She’s being stalked by her ex-husband, Jon Merritt. Newly released from prison and fueled by blinding rage, Jon is a man whose former profession as a police detective makes him uniquely suited for the hunt. And he’s not alone. Two hitmen are also hot on her heels—an eerie pair of thugs who take delight not only in murder but in the sport of devising clever ways to make bodies disappear forever. Even if Shaw manages to catch up with Allison and her daughter, his troubles will just be beginning.

As Shaw ventures further into the wilderness, the truth becomes as hard to decipher as the forest’s unmarked trails...and peril awaits at every turn.

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November 22, 2022
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Colter Shaw

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Across the vast landscapes of America, from isolated forests to buzzing city streets, this series traces the relentless path of a man who turns pursuit into an art form. He is neither cop nor private eye in the conventional sense, he is a tracker, a finder of the lost, a hunter of hidden truths. Each case pulls him into worlds where danger waits behind every door and every clue can spark consequences far beyond what anyone anticipates.

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The narrative thrives on tension and atmosphere. Remote towns, shadowed highways, and wilderness stretches become more than settings, they shape the way investigations unfold and amplify the stakes of each pursuit. Cases begin with a single disappearance or a mysterious lead, yet quickly spiral into complex webs of human deception, exploitation, and violence. Readers experience the pulse of each hunt alongside the protagonist, feeling both the adrenaline of the chase and the weight of the lives hanging in the balance.

What distinguishes this series is the balance of meticulous investigative work with psychological insight. The protagonist navigates not just external threats but the inner landscapes of those he helps and confronts. Moral ambiguity, loyalty, and survival instincts intertwine as he negotiates with criminals, victims, and law enforcement alike, revealing the hidden fractures of society and the vulnerabilities that make people prey or protector.

The series consistently delivers suspense that is smart, fast-moving, and emotionally resonant. Each story pushes readers into a world where danger is constant, trust is rare, and the pursuit of truth requires both skill and courage. It is a saga of tension, intelligence, and empathy, offering an immersive journey through mysteries that linger long after the final page.

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