This series follows a former FBI agent who, past sixty, dives into the world of private investigation. Don't let her age fool you; this woman is still sharp and determined to face the darkest crimes. The protagonist battles serial killers, drug cartels, and her own inner demons. It's a thrilling read for fans of crime fiction featuring a truly original heroine.
Brigid Quinn's old job hunting sexual predators for the FBI has left her with memories she wishes she didn't have and lethal skills she hopes never to need again. Brigid keeps telling herself she is settling down nicely in Tucson with a wonderful new husband, Carlo, and their dogs. But the past intervenes when a man named Floyd Lynch confesses to the worst unsolved case of Brigid's career. Brigid finds she cannot walk away from violence and retribution after all, no matter what the cost
Being a finalist for the New Mexico/Arizona Book Award highlights the book's recognition and quality within the literary community. It likely explores themes relevant to the region, possibly incorporating local culture, history, or unique storytelling elements that resonate with readers. The acclaim suggests a compelling narrative or well-developed characters that have garnered attention and praise.
'Wow! Chilling, smart, funny, and what a voice she has' Gillian Flynn 'A twisting, high-stakes story . . . Brilliant' Shari Lapena, author of The Couple Next Door Former FBI agent Brigid Quinn has seen it all, and survived. But nothing can cut her closer to the bone than family... When her father falls ill, Brigid returns to Florida. There, she meets up with former colleague Laura Coleman. Laura once saved Brigid's life, but now is working on an 'innocence project', investigating cold cases, and one in particular has caught her attention. Marcus Creighton was convicted of murdering his family fifteen years before, and has been sentenced to death. Worried that her friend is getting in too deep, and that there is more to this case than meets the eye, Brigid promises to help. But what if her instincts are betraying her?