They thought they could contain him... They were wrong. Francis Ackerman Jr. is one of the most prolific serial killers in US history. But he's not only a serial killer, he's also a serial escapist. When a doctor who has discovered a ground-breaking treatment for psychopaths wants to test his theories upon Ackerman, the madman sees his chance at freedom. The only people that stand in his way are the hospital's Head of Security and a young woman with a personal vendetta against the killer.Praise for Ethan Cross: 'Francis Ackerman [is] a manipulative monster with a corrupt conscience' The Times 'A fast paced, all too real thriller with a villain right out of James Patterson and Criminal Minds' Andrew Gross 'A great mix of gruesome murders, a psychotic killer, revenge and great writing' Crimesquad 'A rather unusual talent has suddenly appeared, fully formed... However many chapters you may plan to read, you will be persuaded to read just one more' Barry Forshaw, We Love This Book