When Councilwoman Agatha Raines's brother is found savagely beaten in a drug-ridden alley, what should've been a joyful family gathering turns into a harrowing mystery. With the police chasing dead ends, justice falls to Dora Ellison—independent, unyielding, and struggling to stay in line at the police academy.

Dora doesn't do rules. And she doesn't back down.

With the help of librarian-turned-partner Missy Winters, Dora begins her own investigation—one that uncovers a criminal underworld darker than she imagined. A drug ring. A burglary that doesn't add up. And a trail of bodies leading straight to a deadly assassin.

Now, Dora and Missy are targets. And the deeper they dig, the closer the storm comes.

Can Dora survive long enough to bring a killer to justice—or will she be silenced before the truth is uncovered?

Perfect for fans of character-driven mysteries with grit, heart, and high emotional stakes. If you enjoy Tana French, Harlan Coben, or crime fiction with fierce female leads, the Dora Ellison Mystery Series is for you.