Regret (Book 2, the Redemption Series)

Regret (Book 2, the Redemption Series)
In the shadow of a grave injustice, Judge Patrick Doyle's life is irrevocably altered. A verdict of 'delinquent' shatters a young life, igniting a furious, violent outburst that scars more than just a courtroom. Years later, Jake, a former detective haunted by his own past, returns to Chicago, only to find his daughter, Sam, in a perilous situation that echoes the very regrets he carries. As their lives intertwine with the consequences of that fateful trial, Jake must confront his deepest fears and fight for redemption, not just for himself, but for the innocent caught in a web of lies and past decisions. Can he protect Sam from a city that devours its young, or will history repeat its most painful lessons?

The humid Chicago air hung heavy, a familiar cloak for Jake as his old truck rumbled towards the city limits. The radio, blasting an 80s power ballad, almost drowned out the persistent ring of his phone. It was Sam, his daughter, her second attempt to reach him. He fumbled, cursing as the phone tumbled to the floor. A blaring horn from a semi-trailer jolted him back to reality as he swerved, narrowly avoiding a collision.

He managed to snag the phone, his heart still thumping against his ribs. “Hi, Sam,” he said, his voice a little rough.

“Hey, Dad. Where are you?” Her voice, even over the phone, carried a hint of apprehension.

“I’m about to cross the border into Indiana.”

“So you’re still in Michigan?”

“Yes.”

“I thought you were supposed to be home a week ago?”

“Yeah. It took a little longer than I planned to get things squared away,” Jake replied, a tight knot forming in his stomach. He hoped she'd never learn what had truly delayed him.

He had assassinated a man.

Regret (Book 2, the Redemption Series)

Regret (Book 2, the Redemption Series)

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