Originally published in the United States in 1976.
Summary
You are about to read one of the classic novels of suspense by the world's bestselling thriller writer. It starts with three terrifying murders in the American South. It ends with a relentless and unforgettable manhunt in the North. In between is the gripping story of a ruthless assassin, the woman he loves, and the beloved leader he is hired to kill. - Publishers description.