Judas Pool

"A high school teacher accused of sleeping with one of his students is implicated in the girl's murder, in this dark tale of treachery and betrayal." "Steven Blake is conducting summer band practice one sultry August evening when he is confronted with a shocking accusation: Lisa Wood, his former star pupil, has alleged that she and Steven slept together - a claim that is corroborated by two other students, as well as Lisa's own father. Lisa later admits to Steven that her statement was made under duress, but before he can find out why, the girl's body is discovered floating in Rehoboth Bay. All eyes turn to the most natural suspect: Steven Blake." "Believed guilty by everyone from the school principal to the investigating police officer. Steven finds himself in the position of having to prove his innocence. Left to his own devices in a circle of betrayers, Steven must anticipate his unknown adversary's every move - each time further ensnaring himself in a web of deceit and perfidy." "This gripping, thoughtful psychological thriller marks George Owen's extremely promising debut."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved