Shades of Mercy: A Porter Beck Mystery BY Bruce Borgos

In the desolate high desert of Nevada, Sheriff Porter Beck confronts a series of baffling and perilous incidents that threaten to unravel the peace of his jurisdiction. As the sheriff in a sparsely populated area with a modest law enforcement team, Beck is accustomed to managing routine matters, but recent events have thrust him into a vortex of escalating danger and mystery.

The troubles begin with a deadly influx of potent illegal opioids, claiming lives within Beck's close-knit community, including his own childhood friends. Amidst this crisis, an unsettling escalation occurs when a military drone targets a prominent local rancher, controlled by an unknown hacker who directly challenges Beck. This hacker, identified as Mercy Vaughn, surprises Beck not only because of her capability but also because she is supposedly incarcerated in a secure juvenile detention center with no access to computers.

As Beck delves deeper into the unfolding chaos, he becomes increasingly suspicious of Mercy's involvement and her true capabilities. His investigation takes a critical turn when Mercy mysteriously disappears, prompting Beck to realize that she may hold vital clues to unraveling the conspiracy that threatens their town.

The narrative unfolds against the stark backdrop of the Nevada desert, emphasizing both the isolation and the close-knit nature of the community Beck serves. As Beck races against time to locate Mercy and untangle the web of deception and danger, the stakes heighten, revealing layers of intrigue and personal connections that challenge Beck's resolve and his understanding of those closest to him.

In this gripping tale of suspense and discovery, Sheriff Porter Beck navigates a landscape where trust is scarce, secrets abound, and the line between friend and foe becomes increasingly blurred as he strives to protect his community and uncover the truth before it's too late.