Matt Hunter is a law school graduate whose life was derailed by a freak accident that resulted in a manslaughter conviction. Nine years after his release from prison, he has rebuilt a quiet life with his pregnant wife, Olivia. This stability shatters when he receives a cryptic video on his phone showing Olivia in a hotel room with another man. Simultaneously, a federal investigator begins tracking Matt in connection to the murder of a nun. The plot links Matt’s past incarceration to a high-stakes conspiracy involving blackmail, hidden identities, and a decades-old strip club operation. Matt must navigate a web of police oversight and criminal threats to prove his innocence and find his wife.
Fans of fast-paced crime fiction read this book for its intricate plotting and sudden narrative reversals. The story appeals to readers who enjoy stories about ordinary people forced into extreme situations by past mistakes. It provides a detailed look at how digital footprints and legal histories can be weaponized against private citizens. Readers walk away with a complex understanding of how small, unintended actions can trigger long-term consequences within the American justice system.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2005
- Language
- EN
