Mercy Kilpatrick has long buried her past, but the arrival of a body found in the dense woods forces her to confront the ghosts she thought she had outrun. With a pulse quickening as she steps onto the crime scene, Mercy knows that this murder is not merely a coincidence; it’s a message, and its implications stretch far beyond her small town’s borders. As an FBI agent specializing in arson, Mercy is determined to bring justice to the victim, yet she can’t shake the feeling that the case is intricately tied to her own family’s dark history. The tension escalates when she discovers that the dead man had connections to a network of criminals who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. With each twist and turn, the stakes grow higher, and the line between friend and foe blurs dangerously. Navigating her complicated relationship with her family and the simmering tension with local law enforcement, Mercy must rely on her instincts and her skills in a race against time. Alongside her steadfast partner, she uncovers layers of betrayal that threaten to unravel the very fabric of her community. Themes of loyalty, redemption, and the quest for truth intertwine as Mercy grapples with the sacrifices necessary to shield those she loves. Haunted by her own choices and driven by the desire to protect her home, Mercy faces a relentless pursuit that brings her closer to revealing a conspiracy that could shatter everything she believes in. With each clue, she realizes that sometimes, mercy can come at a devastating cost—one that may demand the ultimate sacrifice.
Number of pages:
351