Those Who Choose Evil

<p><strong>Detective Joe Burgess Races Against Time in <em>Those Who Choose Evil</em> a Joe Burgess Murder Mystery Thriller from Kate Flora</strong></p><p></p><p><em>-Portland Maine-</em></p><p></p><p>Detective Joe Burgess ends many nights with a quiet ritual-a visit to the park where the ocean breeze blends with memories of past cases. But tonight something feels off. When his truck refuses to respond to his steering and a faint cry drifts through the darkness instinct takes over.</p><p></p><p>The interruption of his quiet reflection annoys Burgess but he's a seasoned detective and knows better than to ignore his instincts. What he finds is every cop's nightmare: a young woman naked bruised and barely alive. Her whispered plea-Don't let them take me back-chills Burgess to his core.</p><p></p><p>As medical help arrives and the investigation begins Burgess realizes he's not just facing a brutal assault. He's dealing with something darker something evil that preys on the vulnerable-and isn't done yet.</p><p></p><p><strong>Kate Flora does what all the great writers do: she takes you inside unfamiliar territory and makes you feel right at home; you climb in and are along for the whole ride.</strong> <em>~Michael Connelly</em></p><p></p><p><strong>Joe Burgess the 'meanest cop is Portland.' He's a wonderfully wrought character capable of intense compassion as well as righteous rage.</strong> <em>~D. C. Brod</em></p><p></p><p><strong>Publisher's Note:</strong> In <em>Those Who Choose Evil</em> award-winning author Kate Flora once again delivers a gripping Joe Burgess mystery that doesn't shy away from the darker corners of human behavior. With keen insight and emotional depth Flora brings to life a harrowing case that challenges Burgess's instincts-and his resolve.</p><p>Includes vulgar language and sexual content consistent with criminals and those who investigate their crimes.</p><p></p><p><strong>THE JOE BURGESS MYSTERIES</strong></p><p>Playing God</p><p> The Angel of Knowlton Park</p><p> Redemption</p><p> And Grant You Peace</p><p> Led Astray</p><p> A Child Shall Lead Them</p><p> A World of Deceit</p><p> Such a Good Man</p><p> Those Who Choose Evil</p><p></p><p> </p>