Is it murder? Or something even more sinister?
Nothing could have prepared the sheriff's office in Park County, Colorado for what they saw after responding to a missing person's call from the wife of a state brand inspector-a body with bullet wounds. Next to it, a large herd of dead cattle belonging to a member of one of the first families to settle in the county. Colorado Bureau of Investigation Agent Buck Taylor and his team must race against time to solve the mystery of the dead cows, the murdered brand inspector, and several other victims. Set in the picturesque terrain of Park County, Colorado, this gripping novel follows Buck as he delves into the dark secrets of a powerful local family running a criminal enterprise. From baby farming to murder, intimidation to human trafficking, the investigation uncovers a web of violence and corruption. But as the team gets closer to the truth, they realize that the stakes are even higher than they could have imagined. With the federal government now involved, the team must navigate through the dangerous politics and powerful players to uncover the truth behind the deadly toxins that could be the key to solving the case. Fans of C.J. Box and John Sandford will love this thrilling novel that will keep them on the edge of their seat until the very end.