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Immoral Certainty (The Butch Karp and Marlene Ciampi Series Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Robert K. Tanenbaum (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 256 ratings
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From a New York Times–bestselling master with over one million copies in print: Prosecutor Butch Karp hunts a psychopath targeting the innocent.
 
He is the Bogeyman: a remorseless monster stalking the streets of New York in search of fresh victims—his chosen prey being children.
 
The killings are ghastly enough to shock lawyer Butch Karp, who thought he’d already seen the absolute worst of humanity in his work. So when a child abuse case and a homicide case seem to be connected, Karp and his colleague Marlene Ciampi find themselves delving into the darkest corners of New York’s underworld.
 
Their chosen prey? A cold-blooded predator whose twisted work has only just begun—and whose true motives will force Karp to decide how far he is truly willing to go to stop the horror.
 
Known to his fans as “one hell of a writer,” (New York Post) Robert K. Tanenbaum lends truthful, gritty authenticity to his legal thrillers as one of the most successful prosecuting attorneys in America, having convicted hundreds of violent criminals. This is one of the most intense and haunting of the popular series that includes Infamy, Tragic, and No Lesser Plea.  This ebook features an illustrated biography of Robert K. Tanenbaum including rare photos from the author’s personal collection. 
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Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Tanenbaum--currently a candidate for Los Angeles D.A.--cooks up a shocking and credible addition to his N.Y.C.-based Butch Karp crime series. More than a million copies of Tanenbaum's books are in print, and his next, Reversible Error , will be a Dutton April release. Author tour.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Library Journal

This cynical, fast-moving novel, the third in the Butch Karp series, concerns the workings of the judicial system in the Big City. The neat plot combines Satanism, pedophilia, Mafiosi, good-looking cops, corrupt judges, sociopaths, a pregnant one-eyed assistant district attorney who roller skates, and a love story, into something special. Tanenbaum, coauthor of two nonfiction crime books as well as De praved Indifference ( LJ 7/89) and No Lesser Plea (Watts, 1987), is also a former assistant district attorney and chief of homicide. As timely as tomorrow's nightly news, but not for the squeamish.
- Lynn Thompson, Ozark Regional Lib., Ironton, Mo.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004GTM4ZU
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Open Road Media Mystery & Thriller (December 28, 2010)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 28, 2010
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5520 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 370 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1504091442
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 256 ratings

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C. Priem
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm happy
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2023
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P.F. Walsh
4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Early Book in the Series
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2018
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This is one of his very early books--he and Marlene are only dating and the kids have not yet arrived. It is a really fun read. I think the author may have had more passion for writing back then than he does now. His newfound excitement was on display. It was also fun to see what a wild woman Marlene was during the pre-marriage days.
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Mac Townsend
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely grand storyteller!
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2019
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Tannenbaum writes the most interesting tales I've read. And I think I've read most of his, and going back now to read them again. Only 3 other authors do I re-read: Steve Coonts, Daniel Silva, Tom Clancy, and Tannenbaum.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Some of the content is tough to take..l
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2012
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Tanenbaum returns with Butch Karp and Marlene Ciampi - two NY ADA's, in love and working the for famed NY prosecutor's office. This installment in the long running series begins with a petty burgler, Felix Tighe who assaults a NY police officer when he is caught climbing down a fire escape with stolen goods. Tighe is a low life with dreams of the fast life.

At the same time Ciampi catches the case of a seven year old girl found dead in a trash bag outside her building. Ciampi sees abuse and charges Mom. But Karp tells her to ask more questions and Ciampi finds hidden horror.

Another crime comes front and center when a local mob guy is hit and the wheel man runs and contacts Karp.

Church connected day care, corrupt judges, local mafiosos, and demonic sacrifice combine for a disparate story. The child sexual abuse angle is tough to read and leaves the reader skirming.

Not the best book in the series but moves the storyline along. If you are a reader of the series, you will miss some critical information if you skip this but not strongly recommended for content alone.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Kidnaps and Murder
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2019
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Another great Robert K Tanenbaum book starring Butch Karp and Marlene Ciampi. A book about the grisly murders of children, a Boogie man and a bit of witchcraft thrown in. Twisted, a mystery, good court scenes and excitement. Worth the read!
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Mariana
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2016
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Good mystery with interesting main characters. Live the hint of romance during the race to solve the mystery.
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Bonnie
5.0 out of 5 stars Thrilling
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2020
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I love all the books in this series, but this one was especially chilling. Lots of danger, adventure, and good writing.
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Dave Deno
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Riveting Tanenbaum Thriller
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2014
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Butch and Marlene take us into the inner workings of a big city legal system with this gut-wrenching tale of child abuse and societal facades.
They both face cases that challenge their best detective skills and their lives.
The ending is particularly satisfying.
Immoral Certainty is another Tanenbaum winner!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on December 29, 2016
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4.0 out of 5 stars Nice to know it is available.
Reviewed in Canada on December 29, 2023
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