Judy Hammer, head of the Richmond police, and Andy Brazil, her righthand man, must go after a gang of delinquents and at the same time, make peace between authorities and the people. Brazil is also an ex-journalist who writes, with a pseudonym, critical articles against the government. His criticism reflects the increasing displeasure that the population feels towards its authorities. This calm place, inhabited mainly by fishermen, has initiated a revolt against the new norms that the governor wants to impose. Judy and Andy will have to mediate between politicians and islanders to avoid greater consequences.
Patricia Cornwell
Patricia Cornwell is a bestselling American author known for her crime fiction novels, particularly the Kay Scarpetta series. Her works are characterized by meticulous research, detailed forensic details, and complex characters. Cornwell's contributions to the crime genre have helped redefine the genre by incorporating cutting-edge forensic science into her storytelling. Her most famous work is "Postmortem," which introduced readers to the forensic pathologist Dr. Kay Scarpetta. Cornwell's works have had a significant impact on the crime genre, inspiring other authors to delve deeper into forensic science and create more realistic and compelling crime fiction novels.