Harbor Shadows

By J.D. Reef

In the glittering waters of Newport Harbor, darkness lurks beneath the surface.

Griffin Westbrook thought he'd left the world of crime behind. A former Boston homicide detective turned attorney, he now lives in a renovated boathouse in Newport, Rhode Island, maintaining a careful distance from his wealthy family's social obligations. When his aunt connects him with hedge fund manager Marcus Kellington-a man facing serious federal allegations-Griffin reluctantly takes the case. What begins as seemingly straightforward accusations of financial fraud quickly spirals into something far more sinister.

As bodies begin washing ashore wearing silver lighthouse pendants, Griffin's investigation leads him to Abigail Crane, the perceptive owner of Newport's premier art gallery. Together, they uncover a sophisticated international human trafficking network operating behind Newport's polished fa ade, using the city's historic lighthouse symbolism to mark their victims.

Griffin must navigate treacherous waters both professionally and personally. His former lover, Assistant U.S. Attorney Olivia Harrington, is prosecuting the case. His client might be innocent or deeply complicit. And his growing feelings for Abigail complicate everything as they sail directly into danger-literally-during a dramatic confrontation at sea.

From Newport's elite yacht clubs to Estonia's historic coastline, from high-stakes financial manipulation to encoded messages hidden in artwork, Griffin and Abigail race to dismantle a criminal enterprise with roots dating back generations. But the network's technical genius, motivated by a century-old family vendetta, will stop at nothing to eliminate threats to his operation.

Harbor Shadows is a sophisticated thriller that seamlessly blends police procedural with legal drama, international intrigue with maritime adventure. This meticulously crafted novel delivers complex characters, a twisting plot that spans continents, and a setting so vividly realized you can almost taste the salt air. Perfect for fans of Michael Connelly, John Grisham, Stuart Woods, and Tana French.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F31MPQVN
• ISBN13: 9798315971917
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 358 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"