Description

Juggling a family and a career is never easy—and it's becoming a real challenge for Sheriff Joanna Brady. Coping with the impending delivery of her second child as well as a staff short-age, the last things Joanna needs are two serious crimes.

First, the body of an unidentified man is found in the desert, all of his fingers savagely severed. Following the scant clues, Joanna learns that the victim was an ex-con who had served twenty years in prison after confessing to the murder of his pregnant wife. During his last days he was seen following and photographing a young woman.

Then one of Joanna's officers is brutally attacked and left for dead while on an unauthorized stakeout. Because the officer is one of its own, the department throws its resources into finding her attacker. But the murder haunts Joanna. Strapping on a bulletproof vest, she'll risk everything to see that justice is done.

About the Author

J.A. Jance is the New York Times Bestselling author of more than sixty books. Born in South Dakota and raised in Bisbee, Arizona, she and her husband live in the Seattle area with their two longhaired dachshunds, Mary and Jojo.

Praise For…

“Jance deftly combines personal and professional stories in this twelfth Brady mystery.” — Booklist

Praise for J.A. Jance: “Jance delivers a devilish page-turner.” — People

“J.A. Jance does not disappoint her fans.” — Washington Times

“Suspenseful, action-packed.” — Dallas Morning News

“Taut . . . entertaining.” — Entertainment Weekly

“Credible and entertaining.” — Orlando Sentinel