Killdeer

By Douglas Keil

In this fast-paced mystery/thriller, a young DC attorney is pulled into a dangerous and complex case by a dying client with an unorthodox bequest. The client's urgent mission sends Morgan inside the highly restricted Federal SuperMax prison to meet a former Soviet spy whose existence and secrets are tightly controlled by government authorities. Soon Morgan must navigate a web of deceit, cryptic half-truths, and hidden agendas - not only within the justice system but also among powerful figures, including a fanatical priest and an FBI agent, who have their own vested interests in the outcome. As she digs deeper with the support of her partners, Morgan discovers government cover-ups as well as family secrets with far-reaching consequences. Millions of dollars are at stake, but the real prize may be secret information best left buried.

This novel explores themes of government secrecy, justice versus truths, personal courage, and the gray areas of legal ethics, all wrapped in tense courtroom and espionage-style suspense. As with his other novels, Mr. Keil smoothly spins an intelligent story into a fast-paced mystery/thriller infused with the right amount of humor.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B08DVL4QD5
• ISBN13: 9798666341810
• Release Date: August 2020
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"