They stripped him of his badge. Now he’s coming for justice.
Veteran detective Michael Hayes had seen the worst humanity had to offer—but he never expected betrayal to come from inside the justice system. When a corrupt prosecutor pins a high-profile crime on him, Rourke becomes the headline villain overnight. His reputation shattered, career destroyed, and freedom on the line, he’s forced to fight not just for his innocence—but for survival.
But some men aren’t built to break.
Vindicated after uncovering a conspiracy that reaches the very heart of the courthouse, Hayes returns—not as a broken man, but as the new architect of the very system that once turned its back on him. With sharp instincts and nothing left to lose, he’ll rebuild justice in his own image... one case at a time.
A searing tale of betrayal, redemption, and the power of a man who refuses to be silenced.
Perfect for fans of Michael Connelly, David Baldacci, and gritty legal thrillers with a heart.