Free Fall (Crais novel)

Elvis Cole is known for his inability to refuse helping those in need, especially young women in trouble. Jennifer Sheridan seeks Elvis Cole's help because she believes her fiance, a decorated Los Angeles cop in an elite unit, is in serious trouble. Elvis Cole and Joe Pike are quickly embroiled in a dangerous case involving South Central gangs, corrupt police, and hidden secrets immediately after a new client departs. Elvis Cole and Joe Pike, escaped and armed killers, become the targets of the entire Los Angeles Police Department.

• Elvis Cole: A sharp and a private investigator with a knack for getting into trouble while solving cases.
• Joe Pike: Cole's loyal partner. A former military operative, Pike provides muscle and backup when things get rough.
• Jennifer Sheridan: The worried girlfriend who hires Cole. She believes her fiancé is in severe danger.
• Mark Thurman: An Los Angeles Police Department officer whose troubles spark the investigation. His integrity is called into question.
• Lou Poitras: A friend of Cole's and a fellow investigator, contributing to the case's regency.
• Floyd Riggens: A corrupt officer involved in scandalous activities, complicating the investigation.