Devil's Claw (Joanna Brady Series #8)

Sheriff Joanna Brady is juggling a precarious overload in both her personal and professional life. The sudden death of her much-loved neighbor and handyman, Clayton Rhodes, creates further turmoil, leaving Joanna shocked, saddened, and the target of Clayton's irate and irrational daughter who accuses the Sheriff's Department of covering up a possible murder.

Soon Joanna discovers that investigating family hostilities is leading her down a twisted trail of hatred, greed, and far-reaching consequences into a dangerous world where violence is the first response and long-buried secrest are a reason to kill...or die.

About the Author:

J.A. Jance is the author of seven previous mysteries featuring Joanna Brady. She was brought up in Bisbee AZ, where the Brady series is set, and now lives in Bellevue, WA.