Reprobate

Colette Louise Collins

Sinossi

When Louise sacrifices everything to care for her dying mother, the last thing she expects is to be accused of murder. A toxicology report points to an overdose of pain medication, and suddenly Louise finds herself behind bars, branded a killer.
 
But not everything about the case adds up. Detective Jerry McManus begins to question whether Louise is truly capable of such a crime. The deeper he digs into her fractured family, the more secrets he uncovers.
 
As buried truths surface, Louise must rely on her resilience—and on the one man who believes she might be innocent—to stand against forces determined to see her silenced.
 
Dark and suspenseful, REPROBATE is a mystery-thriller about family rivalry, manipulation and the cost of uncovering the truth. This book contains adult content and is not suitable for readers under the age of 18.

Disponibile da: 27/08/2025.

Lunghezza di stampa: 250 pagine.

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