Step into the shadowy realm of , where Detective Jeffrey McManus, haunted by his daughter's tragic murder, is drawn into a sinister cero-sum-game of life or death with an unwavering psychopath. A sadistic killer preys upon the university's female students in the depths of the South. Battling his own emotional demons, McManus is thrust into a high-stakes murder investigation, and he is also required to join an international task force to dismantle a malevolent human trafficking syndicate. In his relentless pursuit of justice while battling two fronts, McManus delves into the murky underbelly of crime, government, and industry, unearthing secrets that will keep you guessing at every turn. With the stakes higher than ever before, McManus must confront his darkest fears and resolve to end this reign of terror once and for all. A heart-pounding tale of justice, vengeance, and resilience, delves into the depths of the human psyche and the harrowing reality of a world where evil knows no bounds.