Tainted

"The ones who deflect the criminal activity they're involved in are usually that ones who are, uh . . . tainted."

This is the first instalment of the Tainted Trilogy. Miguel, a middle-aged man of Puerto Rican descent, is employed by Delhaney to run an illegal warehouse operation. As Miguel settles into his new role, he is coercively introduced to Delhaney's sister, Baby. Miguel uncovers much more than he expected, and helps Baby escape from Delhaney and his influential boss. He is faced with an enormous dilemma that cause his own life to spiral out of control and fall apart as he tries to keep Baby safe. More information comes to light and questions are raised about other illegal activities that are discovered by the FBI. There are a lot of twists and turns throughout this novel; you never know what to expect.

Who is Delhaney's influential boss, and how will Baby and Miguel manage to survive while on the run?

What obstacles do Baby and Miguel face as Miguel tries to keep Baby safe while they are on the run?

How will it end for Baby, Miguel, Delhaney and his influential boss?

What other information comes to light, and what questions are raised about other illegal activities by the FBI?

Angie Clark is an Australian author. She is a registered nurse, midwife and maternal and child health nurse who works in her local community with various families, including vulnerable families from refugee backgrounds, immigrants, victims of domestic violence and children with delayed development. Angie believes in equality, has a passion for writing, and has enjoyed bringing her characters in this book to life.