Liz Milliron (Books)

Liz Milliron Books

Liz Milliron crafts compelling mysteries that explore the tension between big city crime and small town justice. Her series transport readers to the scenic Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania and to the bustling backdrop of Buffalo during the early years of World War II. Milliron delves into the complexities of human nature and morality through gripping narratives that immerse the reader in a world of intrigue and unexpected twists. Her distinctive voice shines through in atmospheric settings and richly drawn characters that linger long after the final page.

Root of All Evil

320 pages
12 hours of reading

4.6(5)Add rating

Rumors of a meth operation in rustic Fayette County catch the attention of Pennsylvania State Trooper Jim Duncan. When he learns that Aaron Trafford, a man who recently dodged a drug conviction, has returned to the county, the conclusion seems obvious. Trafford has set up a new operation.Meanwhile, assistant public defender Sally Castle's colleague, Colin Rafferty, has become uncharacteristically nervous and secretive. Her suspicion that he's hiding something serious is confirmed when she learns of a threatening visitor and discovers a note on his desk stating, "You'd better fix this."Colin's subsequent murder is the first frayed thread in a complex web of deceit. Jim fears Sally's stubborn determination to get justice for her friend will put her in a killer's crosshairs, but Sally won't rest until she finds answers--even if it costs her everything.