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Joe Pickett, a game warden turned governor’s troubleshooter, is dispatched to a secluded ranch in Wyoming’s Black Hills. The place is shrouded in whispers of secret philanthropy, sudden disappearances, and rumors that Pickett’s fortune may be built on murder.
At the ranch, Pickett meets a quiet owner with a stone‑cold reputation and another man whose past ties him to Pickett himself. As investigations deepen, the warden faces threats from both the land’s hidden dangers and the hidden motives of those willing to kill to protect their secrets.
The novel blends crime investigation, suspense, and the stark wilderness of western America, showcasing Pickett’s relentless pursuit of justice amid a backdrop of intrigue and danger.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: C. J. Box
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