The Secret

In 1992, a hospital in Chicago becomes the scene of a mysterious event when a patient awakens to discover two unfamiliar figures at his bedside. They present him with a list of names and pose a question that's as straightforward as it is impossible to answer. Moments later, the patient tragically falls to his death from a window on the twelfth floor, an incident that catches unexpected attention. The Secretary of Defense takes notice and decides to assemble an inter-agency task force to investigate the unusual circumstances surrounding the fall. Jack Reacher, recently reduced in rank from Major, is chosen to represent the Army in this inquiry. Success would be a win for him, but failure would make him an easy scapegoat. Although Reacher excels as a military investigator, dealing with bureaucratic politics isn't his passion. As he races against time to unmask a ruthless murderer and uncover a secret hidden for 23 years, he must also manage his relationships with new teammates. Will Reacher adhere to official protocols to catch the culprits, or will he choose his own distinctive method? The described scenario is provided by the publisher.