Rumors of a meth operation in rustic Fayette County catch the attention of Pennsylvania State Trooper Jim Duncan. When he learns that Aaron Trafford, a man who recently dodged a drug conviction, has returned to the county, the conclusion seems obvious. Trafford has set up a new operation.Meanwhile, assistant public defender Sally Castle’s colleague, Colin Rafferty, has become uncharacteristically nervous and secretive. Her suspicion that he’s hiding something serious is confirmed when she learns of a threatening visitor and discovers a note on his desk stating, “You’d better fix this”
Colin’s subsequent murder is the first frayed thread in a complex web of deceit. Jim fears Sally’s stubborn determination to get justice for her friend will put her in a killer’s crosshairs, but Sally won’t rest until she finds answers–even if it costs her everything.
What people are saying…
“With a compelling plot, engaging concept and characters worth cheering for, Root of All Evil will keep you rooted to your seat.” – Kathy Valenti, Agatha-nominated author of the Maggie O’Malley mysteries
“Big city crime encroaches on the lush backdrop of Pennsylvania’s rustic Laurel Highlands in this tense and gritty debut. Liz Milliron has crafted a tightly written, heart-pounding tale of suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat from page one until its explosive conclusion.” – Annette Dashofy, USA Today bestselling author of the Zoe Chambers Mystery Series
“Lawyers, guns and money; Root of All Evil is a true page-turner.” – Bruce Robert Coffin, bestselling author of the Detective Byron Mysteries
“Root of All Evil is a gripping read! Sally Castle and Jim Duncan are complex characters with genuine depth, and the pacing is impeccable. Tensions on multiple levels will keep you turning the pages of this riveting police procedural.” – Cynthia Kuhn, author of the Agatha-winning Lila Maclean Academic Mysteries
“Fast-paced, authentic and compelling – this tightly written procedural is action-packed and full of heart. Milliron definitely knows her stuff – what a wonderful new voice in crime fiction!” – Hank Phillipi Ryan, nationally best-selling author of Trust Me
ISBN-10 : 1947915053/ISBN-13 : 978-1947915053