A gritty prequel to the hit Dexter O'Kane series — where small towns hide deadly secrets, and justice doesn't wait for permission.

Everyone has an origin story. This is his.

Dexter O'Kane never fit in with the small-town life of LeClaire, Missouri. He always knew he was meant for something more—but finding that "more" comes at a cost.

When a series of dark events forces Dexter to choose between loyalty to his family and chasing a life beyond the borders of LeClaire, he's pushed to the edge. Alongside John Wood, a quiet loner with a hidden past, Dexter begins walking a dangerous line between justice and vengeance.

First Blood is the explosive prequel to the Dexter O'Kane Crime Series, revealing how a rebellious antique collector and a mysterious outsider became vigilante crime-fighters in a town that would rather keep its sins buried.

If you like gritty anti-heroes, small-town noir, and fast-paced crime thrillers with heart, you'll love First Blood.

*Perfect for fans of Joe R. Lansdale's (Hap and Leonard), Elmore Leonard's (Raylan Givens) (Justified), and Craig Johnson's (Longmire)

Start the series today—or go back to where it all began. Each book can be read as a standalone.