CSI: Miami (Series) by Max Allan Collins

Description

The CSI: Miami series by Max Allan Collins is a collection of original novels based on the popular television show CSI: Miami. These books capture the essence of the series, blending high-stakes crime-solving with the vibrant backdrop of Miami. The novels dive deep into the world of the Miami-Dade Crime Lab, where a team of forensic investigators, led by Horatio Caine, tackles complex and often gruesome cases.

Florida Getaway

“Florida Getaway” is the first novel in the CSI: Miami series. The story kicks off with the mysterious disappearance of a young man on a vacation in Miami. As the Miami-Dade Crime Lab team investigates, they uncover a web of deception, greed, and murder. The novel is filled with twists and turns as Horatio Caine and his team use their forensic expertise to solve the case, all while dealing with the heat and danger of Miami’s underworld.

Heat Wave

In “Heat Wave,” the CSI team is faced with one of their most challenging cases when a series of violent crimes hits Miami during a sweltering heatwave. The investigation takes the team through the city’s dark side, exposing a conspiracy that links several seemingly unrelated cases. Horatio Caine’s leadership is tested as the team races against time to stop a ruthless killer. This novel captures the intense atmosphere of Miami, where the heat isn’t the only thing that’s dangerous.

Cut and Run

“Cut and Run” follows the CSI team as they investigate a case involving a high-profile Miami attorney found murdered in his luxurious home. The case quickly becomes more complicated as they uncover connections to organized crime and political corruption. The story weaves together multiple plotlines, showcasing the team’s ability to piece together evidence from the crime scene to uncover the truth. Max Allan Collins delivers another suspenseful tale filled with the trademark CSI elements of forensic science, gritty crime scenes, and intense drama.

Smoke and Mirrors

“Smoke and Mirrors” sees the CSI team tackling a series of arson cases that are terrorizing Miami. As they sift through the ashes for clues, they uncover a pattern that suggests the fires are not random but part of a calculated plan by a cunning arsonist. The novel keeps readers on the edge of their seats as the team races to stop the arsonist before more lives are lost. The tension is high, and the stakes are even higher in this thrilling installment.

Max Allan Collins masterfully translates the high-energy, visually striking world of CSI: Miami into the written word, delivering the same blend of action, suspense, and forensic detail that made the TV show a hit. Fans of the series will appreciate these novels for their faithful representation of the characters and the intense, fast-paced plots that keep readers guessing until the very end.