Bayou Justice

By Chris Lowry

Bayou Justice

In the heart of the vibrant yet shadowy streets of New Orleans lies a city with secrets, where corruption is an all-encompassing force, and justice is a treacherous journey. Detective Michael Callahan arrives seeking redemption from a haunting past, only to find himself entangled in a sinister web of deception from the moment he steps off the plane.

Teaming up with Detective Eddie LeBlanc, a jaded veteran who has seen it all, Michael faces a department riddled with darkness, where the pursuit of truth seems futile against the weight of powerful interests. As a high-profile murder case lands on their desk, they delve into a labyrinth of lies, leading them to a young girl named Marissa accused of a heinous crime.

Determined to uncover the real story, Michael becomes torn between his convictions and the mounting evidence against Marissa. But she holds secrets that could either prove her innocence or condemn her to a life behind bars.

As the investigation unfolds, Michael and Eddie peel back the layers of New Orleans, from its opulent mansions to its gritty underbelly. With every step closer to the truth, danger looms larger, threatening to extinguish their pursuit of justice.

In the end, Michael and Eddie unearth the chilling reality of the murder, but it comes at a great cost. While Marissa is cleared of the charges, the true culprit remains free, and the partners are left to grapple with the unsettling truth that justice in the Big Easy is an elusive and perilous endeavor.

"Bayou Justice" is a gritty and atmospheric noir tale, part of the Big Easy PD series, where flawed characters navigate the shadows of a city that holds more secrets than they could have ever imagined. In this relentless journey, they will confront the darkness within themselves and the city they've come to call home.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Chris Lowry
• Release date: Aug 2, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223659365

Chris Lowry

Chris Lowry is an author and adventure seeker who has traveled the globe exploring new worlds and writing about his thrilling experiences. With over one hundred thrillers, science fiction, and urban fantasy novels to his name, as well as more than a thousand articles published across various publications, Chris has established himself as a master storyteller and a leading voice in the world of action and adventure. Whether he's fighting off hordes of undead in a post-apocalyptic wasteland or braving the depths of outer space, Chris is always ready for his next thrilling adventure. Follow his journey as he battles against impossible odds and becomes the hero that the world needs.

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Bayou Justice - a mystery thriller

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Contents

Chapter One: Arrival

Chapter Two: The Partner

Chapter Three: The Corruption

Chapter Four: The Girl

Chapter Five: The Investigation

Chapter Six: The Truth

Chapter One: Arrival

Detective Michael Callahan stepped off the plane and into the humid embrace of New Orleans, the air thick and heavy like the memories that haunted him. He wiped the sweat from his brow, his eyes darting around the busy airport. It was a city with a heartbeat, one that could be felt through every back alley and neon-lit street. A place where he hoped to find a fresh start and escape the shadows of his past.

The taxi ride from the airport was an assault on his senses. The colorful streets were filled with the sounds of laughter and jazz, the smell of jambalaya and beignets. But beneath the city’s vibrant exterior, Michael could feel the dark undercurrents that pulsed through its veins.

As the taxi pulled up to the New Orleans Police Department headquarters, Michael took a