Donald Harstad s'inspire de ses vingt-six années de service au sein du bureau du shérif du comté de Clayton, dans le nord-est de l'Iowa. Ses romans acclamés plongent dans les réalités brutes du travail de police, montrant comment les circonstances de la vie s'infiltrent dans la vie de ceux qui les vivent. Par son écriture, Harstad offre une perspective authentique sur la nature humaine et les conséquences des décisions qui peuvent affecter toutes les personnes impliquées.
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.
