Donald Harstad draws upon his twenty-six years of service with the Clayton County Sheriff's Department in northeastern Iowa. His acclaimed novels delve into the raw realities of police work, showcasing how life's circumstances bleed into the lives of those who experience them. Through his writing, Harstad offers an authentic perspective on human nature and the consequences of decisions that can impact everyone involved.
What initally looks like a small time midwinter break-in, leads to something much bigger - a million dollar siege of a floating casino on the frozen Mississippi River. But the temperature is rising and the heat is on Deputy Sheriff Carl Houseman.
In a tense narrative, the story revolves around a critical situation requiring radio silence, hinting at espionage or covert operations where every word could be monitored. The characters must navigate a web of secrecy and danger, underscoring themes of trust and survival in a high-stakes environment. As they confront unseen threats, the pressure mounts, leading to unexpected twists and revelations that challenge their resolve and relationships.
Set against the backdrop of the American heartland, a chilling mystery unfolds as law enforcement officers become the targets of a ruthless killer. The narrative delves into the investigation, exploring the tensions within the community and the impact of these crimes on the lives of both the police and the citizens. As the plot thickens, themes of justice, loyalty, and the darker aspects of human nature emerge, creating a gripping tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
A fast-paced, grisly, bloody and wry police procedural thriller, this story covers the solving of a horrific satanic cult murder in rural Iowa. Deputy Sheriff Carl Houseman somehow manages to collar the perpetrator in just 11 days.
Een hooggeplaatste Amerikaanse politiebeambte wordt tijdens het opsporen van een hennepkwekerij geconfronteerd met een schietpartij waarbij een collega en een drugsdealer gedood worden.
Una giovane donna, Edith Younger, giace senza vita nella vasca da bagno di un'antica e tetra dimora. Dalle vene squarciate e prosciugate della sua gola non stilla più una goccia di sangue. Tutto farebbe pensare a un suicidio, ma l'agente Houseman è convinto che la ragazza sia stata uccisa. Gli amici di Edith sono testimoni reticenti e impauriti, oppressi da un segreto angosciante. Soltanto uno di loro, Toby, dichiara di conoscere l'identità dell'assassino che come un virus si è insinuato nelle loro vite, coinvolgendoli in pericolosi rituali di sesso e di sangue. L'uomo si fa chiamare "vampiro" e per i ragazzi è un'incarnazione del male, ma per Houseman non è altro che un pazzo omicida da catturare prima che possa colpire ancora.
