A thrilling mystery that examines how faith, integrity and values are the sum of one's choices, both big and small Miles Brady's life is in flux. One of three police officers selected for a potential promotion, he starts work on an active case to prove his worth. With killer investigative instincts, Miles is sure his plan to get ahead will pay off. But when another candidate steals his notes and solves the case, Miles finds himself out of a job. While dabbling in real estate, he reconnects with Helen, an old classmate and the one that got away. Eager to explore the possibility of a relationship this time around, Miles helps her sell her childhood home. However, rekindling their feelings for one another will have to wait as Miles soon finds himself embroiled in a mystery. Engaged to track down a missing painting, Miles follows the trail to the home of his high school's former bully. But when the bully turns up dead, it will be Miles's turn in the hot seat. With his enemies closing in, Miles must solve the murder and prove his innocence before he loses everything. Appealing to mystery fans of all ages, the book combines themes of faith, integrity, values and commitment with mystery, suspense and romance to remind readers that there is no triumph without struggle.
