Forced out of the Los Angeles Times amid the latest budget cuts, newspaperman Jack McEvoy decides to go out with a bang, using his final days at the paper to write the definitive murder story of his career. He focuses on Alonzo Winslow, a 16-year-old drug dealer in jail after confessing to a brutal murder. But as he delves into the story, Jack realizes that Winslow's so-called confession is bogus. The kid might actually be innocent. Jack is soon running with his biggest story since The Poet made his career years ago. He is tracking a killer who operates completely below police radar–and with perfect knowledge of any move against him. Including Jack's.

The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly is a gripping thriller novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. With a masterful blend of suspense, intrigue, and unforgettable characters, this book is a must-read for fans of crime fiction. Follow along as investigative journalist Jack McEvoy delves into a dangerous world of cybercrime and deception, uncovering shocking truths along the way.