Scorpion by Christian Cantrell

Available Now

Content warnings for: child death, harm to children, murder

Scorpion is a fast-paced, futuristic cat-and-mouse thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. After a horrific accident takes her young daughter’s life and her marriage dissolves, Quinn Mitchell throws herself into the investigation of a serial killer who is always one step ahead. Leaving behind a bizarre set of clues, the killer is causing panic within the CIA as he begins choosing younger and younger victims.

As Quinn gets closer to finding out the identity of the murderer, she also becomes closer to the mysterious Epoch Index, a coded message discovered by scientists that is suspected to come from the future. Searching for the serial killer places Quinn’s life in the hands of individuals she is unsure she can trust, and will create loyalties that no one saw coming.

I thoroughly enjoyed this novel and found the entire premise fascinating. The many layers of storytelling, the murders, the Epoch Index, Quinn’s grief and heartbreak, made for a complex and compelling story. There is a definite sci-fi edge that adds another layer of depth to this already complicated, globe-spanning mystery.

Quinn Mitchell is a very relatable character with her difficulty in overcoming trauma and trying to find a balance in her new way of life. Working for the CIA and tracking down a deadly serial killer is an already difficult and demanding job. How do you stay focused when you’re dealing with the death of your only child and the dissolution of your marriage? How do you conduct a criminal investigation when you doubt your ability to complete the job and every day that you haven’t caught the killer someone else will die? Having these layers to her character was refreshing and definitely enhanced my enjoyment of the story.

If you like Black Crouch or Dean Koontz, this will be right up your alley. Interested in getting a copy for yourself? You can find ordering information here:

Thank you to Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this title. All opinions and mistakes are my own. 

This post contains affiliate links which means I earn a small commission if you purchase through them.