Trace: A Gripping Forensic Crime Thriller Featuring a Brilliant Trace Analyst, a Ruthless Serial Killer, and a Deadly Murder Investigation Hidden in the Smallest Clues

Every killer leaves a trace. The question is whether anyone can find it before the next victim dies.

When a young woman is discovered meticulously posed in a city park, investigators find no fingerprints, no DNA, and no obvious evidence. The only clue is a single synthetic fiber hidden beneath her fingernail—a microscopic fragment that leads forensic trace analyst Dr. Alina Cordell into the most dangerous investigation of her career.

Working alongside relentless homicide detective Samir Deshmukh, Alina uncovers a chilling pattern connecting a series of seemingly unrelated murders. Each victim is carefully staged. Each crime scene is nearly flawless. And each body contains one tiny clue deliberately left behind by a serial killer who understands forensic science as well as the investigators chasing him.

As the body count rises, every fiber, fingerprint, chemical residue, and microscopic particle reveals another piece of a deadly puzzle. But the killer isn't simply hiding from justice—he's inviting it. Every clue is part of a psychological game designed to challenge the people hunting him.

Forced into a race against time, Alina must rely on cutting-edge forensic techniques, trace evidence analysis, crime scene reconstruction, and her own instincts to stop a murderer who always seems one step ahead. When the investigation begins to uncover secrets from her own past, she realizes the final victim may not be chosen at random.

Packed with shocking twists, unforgettable characters, scientifically grounded forensic investigations, and relentless suspense, Trace is an addictive crime thriller that blends authentic forensic science with psychological tension. Fans of serial killer mysteries, detective fiction, police procedurals, and fast-paced investigative thrillers will be hooked until the final page.

Perfect for readers who enjoy:

Forensic Crime Thrillers

Psychological Thrillers

Serial Killer Mysteries

Detective & Police Procedurals

Crime Scene Investigation

Suspense Mysteries

Fast-Paced Mystery & Thriller Fiction

Scientific and Forensic Investigations

When the smallest piece of evidence becomes the only path to justice, every trace matters. Every second counts. And every mistake can be fatal.

If you enjoy the gripping suspense of forensic investigations, clever serial killers, and twist-filled crime mysteries, Trace by Prasanth N.M. is your next must-read.