After narrowly rescuing Kay from the clutches of a deranged madman, Joe and Kay decide to leave their Chicago home behind. Joe, who had previously sold his Montana residence before marrying Kay, has his sights set on a new chapter. They purchase a picturesque forty-acre property overlooking the river, nestled on a pine-studded hillside just a mile from Logan's sprawling ranch headquarters, where they plan to build their dream retirement home.
However, their peaceful retreat is shattered when women begin to vanish in south-central Montana and northern Wyoming, sparking a desperate call for volunteers to join search parties. Just as Joe, Kay, Logan, and Rene are about to embark on their journey from the ranch, the local sheriff interrupts with urgent news-the FBI has taken control of the investigation. The agent in charge arrives with a stern warning, threatening to arrest all four of them if they dare interfere.
Despite the tense confrontation, Joe, Kay, Logan, and Rene press on, driven by a fierce determination to uncover the truth and find the missing women. Their search leads them into the heart of the wilderness, where they discover that Hector-a notorious figure known for his involvement in sex trafficking-is lurking in the area. Fully aware of the horrors he is capable of, the group must now face a terrifying reality.
Can they protect Kay and Rene from Hector's malevolent intentions and save the missing women from a fate worse than death? The stakes are higher than ever as they race against time in a battle of courage, cunning, and unbreakable bonds.
Lance makes his home in Northern Minnesota. Besides writing both fiction and poetry, he owns, operates, and maintains the blue Peterbilt you see in some of his books. Lance has a great love for the outdoors, which is evident in his writing. He is dedicating most of his available time to the Joe and Kay West series, which includes Fight to Survive, Deadly Desire (winner of the Literary Prestige Award 2020) and Surviving Evil. The series also features Blood in The Desert Sand and Justifiable Vengeance. He is currently writing Nowhere to Run, which promises to be another exciting addition to the ongoing saga of Joe and Kay West.In his travels, Lance has visited 49 of the 50 states, including Alaska, as well as most of Canada. When Lance writes about a specific area, it's a place he has actually been to-whether hunting, hiking, or simply enjoying Mother Nature's incredible beauty. His descriptions are based on firsthand experiences. His interests are diverse; he is a licensed pilot and has spent many hours flying to different regions to enjoy the great outdoors. When Lance is home, there's a good chance you'll find him in his shop working on his truck or one of his collector cars. He also spends as much time as possible with the special lady in his life, his son, and his widowed mother.
