Line of vision by David Ellis

Line of Vision by David Ellis is a masterfully written legal thriller that won the Edgar Award for Best First Novel.

Marty Kalish is a successful Chicago banker with a dark secret—he’s in love with a married woman. When her abusive husband is found dead, Marty quickly becomes the prime suspect. His seemingly perfect life begins to crumble as the evidence piles up and the lines between guilt and innocence blur.

Told through Marty’s own chillingly intimate narration, the story dives into the psychology of deceit, obsession, and moral compromise. As his trial unfolds, every revelation pushes readers to question what really happened—and whether Marty’s truth is as clear as he claims.

With razor-sharp pacing and shocking twists, Line of Vision keeps you riveted until the very last page.