Caught in Gray: Book 2: the shadow protocol

By: Swindler, Alana

In the gritty labyrinth of urban alleys, Detective Lana Swindler finds herself navigating a new and puzzling case that challenges her resolve and intuition. Amidst the decay and desolation, Lana, a seasoned detective known for her keen eye and unwavering determination, discovers the lifeless body of a young victim whose life ended too soon. As she stands at the entrance of the alley, the shadows seem to whisper secrets that only the most perceptive can hear.

By her side is her partner, the ruggedly charming Slade Stone. With his cowboy-turned-detective demeanor, Slade is both a formidable presence and a reassuring ally. Together, they form an unstoppable team, their skills and instincts perfectly complementing one another. As they delve deeper into the case, the clues they uncover-a broken watch stopped at midnight and a photograph capturing a moment of joy-suggest a story hidden beneath layers of mystery.

As Lana and Slade piece together the evidence, they unravel a web of connections that leads them through the underbelly of the city. Each clue brings them closer to the truth, but also deeper into the shadows where danger lurks. Along the way, they face moral dilemmas and personal revelations, testing their partnership and resolve.

"Caught in Gray" is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, where the line between right and wrong is as blurred as the shadows that cloak the city. As Lana and Slade work tirelessly to bring justice to the victim and peace to their own consciences, they must confront not only the darkness of the world around them but also the gray areas within themselves.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GYLNSDR6
• ISBN13: 9798258730640
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"