The Search by Iris Johansen

The Search by Iris Johansen is a gripping thriller where a search-and-rescue dog leads the way to uncover buried truths.
 
When a forensic search-and-rescue expert and her extraordinary golden retriever partner begin uncovering hidden secrets, they stumble into a mystery that refuses to stay buried. As the stakes rise and danger closes in, trust, courage, and instinct become the only tools to expose a deadly truth.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A suspenseful story featuring a highly trained search-and-rescue dog
Fast-paced storytelling from bestselling thriller author Iris Johansen
A compelling mix of crime investigation, danger, and emotional connection
Strong, capable heroine facing both professional and personal challenges
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of crime and suspense thrillers
Readers who enjoy forensic investigations and search-and-rescue stories
Anyone who loved books by Karin Slaughter or Lisa Gardner
Readers who appreciate animal companions playing a key role in the story
 
In The Search, bestselling author Iris Johansen delivers a pulse-pounding story centered around Sarah Patrick, a gifted search-and-rescue specialist whose golden retriever partner, Monty, has an uncanny ability to locate the missing and uncover hidden remains.
 
Called in to assist law enforcement with a troubling investigation, Sarah and Monty begin to uncover clues that suggest a deeper and far more dangerous mystery. What begins as a routine search quickly spirals into a chilling discovery—one that places Sarah squarely in the path of a ruthless adversary determined to keep the past buried.
 
As the search intensifies, Sarah must rely on her instincts, her loyal canine partner, and the unexpected allies she meets along the way. With danger mounting and secrets threatening to surface, The Search becomes a race against time where the truth may cost far more than anyone imagined.