Where The River Runs Red
About
WHERE THE RIVER RUNS RED is an award-winning Southern crime thriller packed with relentless suspense, shocking twists, and unforgettable characters. Set against the haunting backdrop of South Georgia and Florida, Howard K. Pollack weaves a story where family loyalty, buried secrets, and ruthless ambition collide in a deadly search for the truth. Every revelation pulls readers deeper into a mystery where nothing is as it seems—and trusting the wrong person can be fatal.
Fifteen years ago, seventeen-year-old Chad Greer was convicted of murdering his girlfriend, Megan. He has never stopped proclaiming his innocence, but when his latest parole hearing ends in denial, it appears he'll spend the rest of his life behind bars.
His sister, Sawyer, refuses to accept that fate.
A newly appointed assistant district attorney, Sawyer risks everything—her career, her reputation, and ultimately her life—to prove her brother was wrongfully convicted. As she reopens the cold case, long-buried evidence begins to surface, exposing a web of corruption, deception, and deadly secrets someone has spent years protecting.
Her search leads her to Mason Walcott, a battle-scarred investigative journalist with secrets of his own and an unexpected connection to the case. Together they follow a trail of lies that winds through small Southern towns, powerful interests, and dangerous enemies willing to kill to keep the past buried.
With every step closer to the truth, Sawyer becomes the next target.
As the body count rises and the danger closes in, she must uncover the real killer before history repeats itself—and before she becomes the next victim.
Perfect for fans of fast-paced legal thrillers, murder mysteries, and Southern noir, WHERE THE RIVER RUNS RED delivers heart-pounding suspense, unforgettable twists, and an ending readers won't see coming.
Praise for this book
A serpentine and suspenseful mystery about innocence lost and found.
A complex, suspense-filled murder mystery with thrilling action scenes and engrossing twists. Fans will love its shocking conclusion and its fresh, compelling lead characters.
One of the book's remarkable strengths lies in its vivid portrayal of high school life, intricately detailing the experiences and emotions of teenagers. Pollack captures the essence of adolescents' lives—their unique language, the fear of tarnishing their reputations, and their engagements in parties, drug experimentation, and alcohol consumption. This portrayal resonates authentically, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the world of these young characters, feeling their struggles, regrets, uncertainties, and the weight of their choices.
A suspenseful murder story with the accused’s sister trying to prove his innocence years later and falling into great danger. Loved it!