When a young woman's lifeless body is discovered in a red canoe on the coast of Connecticut, a web of secrets and lies is unraveled. The investigation that follows reveals a complex network of deceit and corruption that reaches the highest echelons of the financial world. Nora Carleton, a former prosecutor turned lawyer at a prestigious hedge fund, is at the center of it all.
Nora's newfound life in Westport, Connecticut, is rocky from the start. The murder of her colleague sets off a chain of events that puts her own life in jeopardy. Desperate to clear her name, she reaches out to her old colleagues from the US Attorney's Office, including Benny Dugan and Carmen Garcia. Together, they embark on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the murder. As they dig deeper, they uncover a tangled web of alliances, rivalries, and hidden agendas that threaten to destroy everything they thought they knew. With each new revelation, the stakes grow higher, and the tension builds to a heart-pounding climax.
As the investigation unfolds, Nora's own past comes back to haunt her. Her history with the company and her colleagues is scrutinized, and the evidence points to a shocking truth. It seems that nearly everyone at Saugatuck Associates has secrets worth killing for, and Nora is not immune to the damage. With her reputation on the line, she must navigate a treacherous landscape of high-stakes finance and corporate espionage to uncover the truth. This gripping tale of murder, corruption, and deception will keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering what secrets will be revealed next.
This novel is a thrilling page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. The story begins with a shocking discovery - a young woman's body found in a red canoe on the coast of Connecticut. This gruesome event sets off a chain of events that puts the main character, Nora Carleton, in grave danger. As a former prosecutor turned lawyer, Nora is well-equipped to navigate the complex world of corporate finance, but even she is not prepared for the web of deceit and corruption that she must untangle.
As the investigation unfolds, Nora finds herself at the center of a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the murder. She reaches out to her old colleagues from the US Attorney's Office, and together, they embark on a quest to expose the secrets and lies that have been hidden for so long. Along the way, they encounter a cast of complex characters, each with their own secrets and motivations. The author masterfully weaves together a tangled web of alliances, rivalries, and hidden agendas that threaten to destroy everything they thought they knew.
What struck me most about this novel was the author's ability to create a sense of tension and suspense that builds to a heart-pounding climax. The stakes are high, and the tension is palpable as Nora navigates a treacherous landscape of high-stakes finance and corporate espionage. As the investigation unfolds, Nora's own past comes back to haunt her, and the evidence points to a shocking truth. It seems that nearly everyone at the company has secrets worth killing for, and Nora is not immune to the damage. Despite the many twists and turns, the author keeps the reader guessing, and the final reveal is both shocking and satisfying.
Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
A gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this novel masterfully weaves together a complex web of deceit and corruption that reaches the highest echelons of the financial world. With a hint of tension and suspense from the start, the author expertly builds to a heart-pounding climax. The stakes are high, and the tension is palpable as the protagonist, Nora, navigates a treacherous landscape of high-stakes finance and corporate espionage. Secrets and lies are unraveled, and the evidence points to a shocking truth that highlights the darkest corners of human nature. 4/5 stars.