Lost in the Land: The Disappearance of Mike Avignon" is a riveting book set against the backdrop of Cleveland, Ohio, where the mysterious disappearance of a prominent businessman becomes the catalyst for an unlikely alliance and a battle against deep-seated corruption. The story follows Gunto Norton and Ajay Karter, two high school juniors who evolve from fierce rivals to partners in pursuit of justice. Tasked with a school project that inadvertently leads them to probe into the cold case of Mike Avignon, missing for thirty years, they embark on a journey that unveils a web of deceit entangling the city's elite.

As they delve deeper, Gunto and Ajay unearth layers of corruption threatening the community's fabric, propelled by their determination and the aid of Detective Toschi, a beacon of integrity amidst the shadows. "Lost in the Land" masterfully weaves a tale of mystery, drama, and social critique, encapsulating the essence of urban resilience and the transformative power of collective action.