Spider Robinson

In "Very Bad Deaths," the first book of the Russell Walker series by Spider Robinson, Walker, grieving the loss of his wife, seeks solace in isolation. However, he becomes entangled in the hunt for a notorious serial killer. Walker's unique ability to communicate with a telepath named Smelly positions him as the crucial link in uncovering the killer's identity. As the only one able to extract vital information from Smelly, Walker must relay it to the authorities. This gripping narrative intertwines personal loss with a tense pursuit of justice.