The Twelfth Card

About “The Twelfth Card”

Detective Lincoln Rhyme, a quadriplegic investigator, and his partner Amelia Sachs investigate why a Harlem high school student is being targeted for murder. They examine the student's term paper, which focuses on her civil rights activist ancestor. The paper provides clues that lead them deeper into the mystery. Their investigation connects the student's past with current events, revealing a dangerous secret. The story combines elements of crime, history, and personal determination.