Death Benefits: A Novel

“I didn’t mean that,” said Stillman. “I meant after that. After your two paychecks are spent.”

“Then I’ll decide what to do next.” He saw Stillman studying him. “Don’t you remember? You set me free.”

Walker was moving toward Joyce Hazelton’s office, but Stillman hit the button for the elevator. “Joyce isn’t in there. She’s waiting for me in my car.” The doors opened and he stepped into the elevator. “We’ll have to start with the drinks. It’s not lunchtime yet.”

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

THOMAS PERRY won an Edgar for The Butcher’s Boy, and Metzger’s Dog was a New York Times Notable Book of the Year. His other books include The Face-Changers, Shadow Woman, Dance for the Dead, and Vanishing Act, chosen as one of the 100 Favorite Mysteries of the Century by the Independent Mystery Booksellers Association. He lives in Southern California with his wife and their two daughters.

ALSO BY THOMAS PERRY

The Butcher’s Boy

Metzger’s Dog

Big Fish

Island

Sleeping Dogs

Vanishing Act

Dance for the Dead

Shadow Woman

The Face-Changers

Blood Money