by J. A. Jance
Part of Joanna Brady, book 4
First published 1997
Detective J.P. Beaumont faces one of his most personal cases when a murder investigation threatens everything he holds dear. Working the streets of Seattle, Beaumont discovers that this killing connects to people in his own life. The veteran detective must navigate departmental politics while pursuing leads that take him deeper into dangerous territory. As evidence mounts and suspects emerge, Beaumont realizes the case will test not only his investigative skills but his relationships and moral compass. The investigation forces him to confront uncomfortable truths about loyalty, justice, and the price of doing what's right. Beaumont must decide how far he's willing to go to solve the case, even when the answers might destroy the people he cares about most.
Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, detective
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: moral-dilemma, personal-stakes
Setting: Seattle
374 pages · Avon