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For fans of spine-chilling Cape Fear? Yes.

An unconvicted, “politically-shielded” rapist and professional killer, blames and hunts a young woman for his only son’s tragic untilmely death. Her beloved adoptive family circles the wagons around her.

In Prosperity, Texas, charm begins at the county line, a large mint green sign featuring, a rainbow backdrop, reads: “Wholesome Living in a Storybook setting”. A town park – resplendent with yellow, pink and red roses, a white gazebo, a stout limestone footbridge, a pond flanked by Weeping Cherry trees and nesting Mallard ducks – locks-in the message.

Yet, beneath the idyllic syrupy sweet appearance, plenty of problems plague Prosperity – political corruption, an influx of illegal drugs, road rage, theft, prostitution and pornography. Sheriff Gordon has put his stamp on Prosperity – reaping huge profits in the process. His go-to-enforcer, Bruce, a cocaine-addicted, misogynistic, hit man maintains law, order and iron-fisted justice as per Gordon’s aggressive agenda.

Camille, a gorgeous, lonely, young woman has caught the unwavering eye and attention of Gordon’s son, Grant. Handsome, wealthy, powerful, sadisitc Grant and naive Camile become a couple in spite of Gordon’s fury. Camille has also enchanted Ben, Bruce’s only son, and Grant’s best friend.

When Ben dies, Bruce uses his skills to stalk and murder for sweet revenge. Now, it’s more than a job. It’s a welcomed war. Is survival an option? How?

“…At times readers feel they are in an emotional meat grinder…” 5 * D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review