Forensic psychologist Alex Windsor believes he is responsible for the death of his young wife at the hands of a serial killer. Windsor escapes to the solitude of the Central Oregon mountains only to learn a year later that what happened to his wife might not be his fault. He returns to Portland, Oregon, to find the truth. The search takes him on a trail of murder, conspiracy, and betrayal.
Haunted by a near-fatal encounter with a serial killer, freelance writer John Standard escapes to Zihuatanejo, Mexico, seeking solace. However, his quest for peace is interrupted when he is drawn into the investigation of a wealthy industrialist's missing granddaughter. As he navigates this new challenge, he confronts his own trauma while unraveling a mystery that tests his resilience and courage.
A gripping mystery unfolds as John Standard, the sole witness to billionaire Proctor Scofield's death, grapples with a secret he has guarded for four years. His tranquil life in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, is disrupted when a relentless lawyer arrives, seeking the truth behind the enigmatic demise. As tensions rise, Standard must confront his past and decide whether to reveal what he knows, leading to a suspenseful exploration of loyalty and the consequences of hidden truths.
Set against the backdrop of a Mexican beach town, the story follows John Standard as he becomes embroiled in a perilous art heist following the murders of prominent art museum representatives. As he navigates the dangerous world of art theft, Standard uncovers a web of intrigue and deception that threatens his life and the art community. The narrative combines suspense with the allure of the art world, making for a thrilling exploration of crime and culture.
The mystery surrounding Allison Shafer's fate becomes a critical quest for John Standard, as uncovering the truth about her existence may hold the key to his survival. As he navigates this dangerous investigation, the stakes rise, intertwining their fates in a suspenseful narrative filled with intrigue and urgency.
When a food blogger is murdered in Zihuatenejo, John Standardis called to action by his girlfriend. All he wanted was to be left alone to enjoy the sun, food, and tequila. He reluctantly agrees. His search leads him to the beautiful and dangerous daughter of a notorious drug lord, and an unlikely alliance with a Shakespeare-quoting DEA agent, and a high-powered encounter with the cartel killers. Finding the truth leaves a trail of dead bodies in its wake.This is the third book in the John Standard series. His life back in Oregon as a reporter and freelancer are little more than a vague memory. Now, few things could be better than being the boyfriend of Emma Parrish and living in Zihuatenejo, Mexico.