"Smart, dark, and absolutely addictive. Five stars from me."
-- Jared A. Brown, influencer (>watch his video review at the bottom of the e-book page)

"Dark, smart, and impossible to predict. The characters are layered and flawed in unsettlingly real ways."
-- Becky Kay, photographer

"I couldn't put it down. I read almost all of it on a long-haul flight."
-- Gerard Blokker, Director

"More than a tale of revenge -- this novel explores healing, connection, and moral complexity."
-- Val M. Mathews, Editor & Instructor

Vallerton, a quiet town in the Southeast US.
As a reporter, Amelia Moore has had enough of lighter community stories. Instead, she'd rather expose those who abuse power. So when the story of a corporate scandal falls in her lap, she doesn't hesitate to probe anyone involved. She is invited to a remote, gorgeous estate to interview the founder of the business. He knows nothing of what went on within the walls of his company.
Or so he says...
But there is something strange about Herbert. Why does he live like a recluse? How can he care so little about his accused business partner's whereabouts? The story consumes her so much that she fails to notice a greater truth, until it hits her hard.

Meanwhile, Vic, leader of the notorious activist group Les Chiennes, has taken notice. A sexual assault case buried deep in paperwork and office bullying is just the kind of thing they go after.

As pressures mount, the lives of these characters collide with catastrophic consequences. As each of them fights to secure their sanity, a secret unfolds: one much older than the one that brought them here. One that will shape their futures.

Excellent for readers who love:
? Unpredictable plot twists
? Complex characters with morally gray choices
? A tense, well-paced narrative that keeps you guessing
? Themes that linger long after the final page

"Even with the slow start, the payoff is worth it. The atmosphere is rich, the moral complexity is sharp, and the story builds into a compelling exploration of power, guilt, and the cost of truth. A strong, thoughtful read that sticks with you long after the final page." -- Brooklynn Tobin, Goodreads review

Perfect for fans of Gone Girl or King of Ashes.

This is book 1 of The Dog Trilogy.
Book 2, Wake The Dogs, has just been published, and Book 3, Hunt The Dogs, will complete the trilogy in August of '26.

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