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Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay revolves around Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter expert for the Miami Police Department who moonlights as a serial killer targeting other criminals. His sister, Deborah, seeks his help to catch the Tamiami Slasher, a killer of sex workers. Dexter discovers the killer's identity but struggles with personal revelations and ethical dilemmas related to his secret life. The book includes themes of violence and may include triggering topics such as murder and traumatic childhood experiences.