Part of V.I. Warshawski, book 3
First published 1994
Federal agents arrive at St. Albert's Priory with accusations of stock certificate fraud. V.I. Warshawski's intimidating Aunt Rosa faces investigation by both the FBI and SEC. Rosa serves as the priory's treasurer, and the counterfeit certificates appeared on her watch. V.I. knows her aunt can be difficult and sharp-tongued, but she refuses to believe Rosa would steal. She commits to clearing her aunt's name and preventing her from becoming a scapegoat. The investigation takes a dangerous turn when V.I. receives a threatening phone call. A menacing voice warns her to abandon the case or face acid thrown in her eyes. The brutal threat only strengthens V.I.'s resolve to uncover the truth. Her digging reveals disturbing connections between Chicago's most influential religious institutions and organized crime. As the web of corruption expands, V.I. must navigate treacherous territory where the Church and the Mob intersect. The case forces her to examine her own family loyalty while risking her safety.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, thriller
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: family-loyalty, investigation
Setting: Chicago, St. Albert's Priory
368 pages · Hardcover · Chivers Large print (Chivers, Windsor, Paragon & C