Split Second

A Killer on the Loose. A Race Against Time.

Split Second by Alex Kava is a fast-paced, pulse-pounding thriller that introduces readers to FBI profiler Maggie O'Dell—a smart, relentless investigator who finds herself hunting a killer unlike any she’s faced before. First published in 2002 by Mira, this gripping debut set the stage for a bestselling series packed with psychological depth and heart-stopping suspense.

When a series of gruesome murders shocks the country, Maggie is called in to profile the perpetrator—a sadistic killer who’s not only highly intelligent but also terrifyingly methodical. As the investigation unfolds, Maggie is forced to confront the dark legacy of a case she thought she had left behind. Now, the lines between past and present blur, and she realizes the killer may be closer than she ever imagined.

With chilling detail and expertly woven tension, Kava explores the mind of a serial killer and the emotional toll of those who track them. As Maggie races to stop the next victim from falling, one wrong move could mean disaster—because in a split second, everything can change.

Perfect for Fans of Criminal Minds and Karin Slaughter

Split Second is an electrifying read for lovers of gritty crime fiction, complex heroines, and page-turning thrillers that keep you guessing until the very end.