This series follows the dramatic cases of a seasoned detective navigating the gritty streets and shadowy corners of human nature. From Pittsburgh's industrial heartland to the mysterious allure of New Orleans, he tackles complex investigations where each solved crime reveals deeper conspiracies. Immerse yourself in a world of suspense, unexpected twists, and relentless pursuit of justice. It's a journey into the heart of darkness and the unyielding fight against evil.
When Pittsburgh homicide detective, Franco Patrese, and his partner Mark Beradino are called to a domestic dispute at the lawless Homewood estate events quickly spiral out of control. With two dead, Patrese believes he's got his killer - but things aren't always as simple as they seem.
Starting over in New Orleans as an FBI agent, Franco Patrese receives a warning from a beautiful woman who is found murdered days later in a style similar to the nineteenth-century ritualistic methods of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau.