A new killer’s crime scenes suggest that their victims were to make deliberate decisions leading to their own demise. FBI Agent Cain Shepherd races to catch someone who believes carelessness deserves the cruelest awareness. Can he stop this mindful murderer before they strike again?

EDGE OF SANCTITY is BOOK #7 in a new series by #1 bestselling mystery and suspense author Kate Bold, whose bestseller NOT ME (a free download) has received over 3,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with EDGE OF MADNESS (BOOK #1).

The CAIN SHEPHERD mystery series delivers pulse-pounding suspense, while filled with shocking twists and revelations. With its distinctive protagonist, this series reinvigorates the mystery genre and will keep you turning pages all through the night. Fans of Robert Dugoni, Lisa Gardner, and Gregg Olsen are sure to fall in love.

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August 17, 2026
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