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The Code of the Hills: An Ozarks Mystery
Written by Nancy Allen
Narrated by Emily Beresford
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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About this audiobook
In the Missouri Ozarks, some things aren't talked about . . . even abuse. But prosecutor Elsie Arnold is determined to change that.
When she is assigned to prosecute a high-profile incest case in which a father is accused of abusing his three young daughters, Elsie is ready to become the Ozarks' avenging angel.
But as Elsie sinks her teeth into the case, everything begins to turn sour. The star witness goes missing; the girls refuse to talk about their father, who terrorizes the courtroom from the moment he enters; and Elsie begins to suspect that their tough-as-nails mother has ulterior motives. To make matters worse, Elsie receives gruesome threats from local extremists, warning her to mind her own business.
While Elsie swears not to let a sex offender walk, she realizes the odds-and maybe the town-are against her, and her life begins to crumble. But amidst all of the conflict, the safety of three young girls hangs in the balance . . .
When she is assigned to prosecute a high-profile incest case in which a father is accused of abusing his three young daughters, Elsie is ready to become the Ozarks' avenging angel.
But as Elsie sinks her teeth into the case, everything begins to turn sour. The star witness goes missing; the girls refuse to talk about their father, who terrorizes the courtroom from the moment he enters; and Elsie begins to suspect that their tough-as-nails mother has ulterior motives. To make matters worse, Elsie receives gruesome threats from local extremists, warning her to mind her own business.
While Elsie swears not to let a sex offender walk, she realizes the odds-and maybe the town-are against her, and her life begins to crumble. But amidst all of the conflict, the safety of three young girls hangs in the balance . . .
Author
Nancy Allen
Nancy Allen practiced law for 15 years as Assistant Missouri Attorney General and Assistant Prosecutor in her native Ozarks. She tried over 30 jury trials, including murder and sexual offenses, and is now a law instructor at Missouri State University. Twitter @TheNancyAllen Facebook /NancyAllenAuthor
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Reviews for The Code of the Hills
Rating: 3.4166666666666665 out of 5 stars
3.5/5
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Elsie is an Ozarks prosecutor who longs to seek justice for the victims. Now the Taney child abuse case has been dumped on her by her boss. As more and more evidence unfolds, what will be revealed?A complex and winding mystery guides the plot narrative with hints of romance, action, violence, and intrigue.Characters are varied, typically caring, authentic, and develop as the story progresses.Overall, a thrilling read.