Description

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From the number-one New York Times bestselling author and FOX News host Trey Gowdy comes a dark mystery debut about a murder in a small South Carolina town. Assistant DA Colm Truesdale must pick up the pieces of his own life in order to solve the case.

Following the death of his wife and daughter, Colm Truesdale is left mentally scarred. After time off, and with no desire to return to the courtroom, Truesdale is brought back into the investigation of the murder of a young woman who ran a beauty salon outside of town. When a page from her appointment book goes missing, and then the crime scene burns down, it’s up to Colm to untangle the web of deception that implicates a powerful judge and his family.

Taking readers inside the cat-and-mouse psychology of a killer and the assistant district attorney who must catch him, this thrilling fiction debut from bestselling author Trey Gowdy and celebrated author Christopher Greyson will keep you guessing until the very last page.

About the Author

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Trey Gowdy is a former state and federal prosecutor who handled thousands of criminal cases and took nearly one hundred cases to jury verdict. He prosecuted scores of murder cases, including seven death penalty trials. He served in Congress for eight years, chairing two committees and leaving in 2019 to return to South Carolina. He hosts the weekend primetime show Sunday Night in America on FOX News Channel and The Trey Gowdy Podcast on FOX News Audio. He and his wife, Terri, have two children—both lawyers—and have had four dogs: Judge, Jury, Bailiff, and Justice.

Christopher Greyson is an award-winning, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of mystery, action, and thriller novels. Recognized as one of the top 100 Kindle authors of all time, his acclaimed works have sold over 3.5 million e-books, print copies, and audiobooks. An accomplished speaker, actor, and prolific storyteller, he has written more than twenty novels, ranging from pulse-pounding thrillers to sweet cozy mysteries.

Praise For…

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“When a high-profile murder trial exposes deep-seated corruption in a Southern town, seasoned prosecutor Colm Truesdale finds himself entangled in a web of secrets that threaten both his career and his life. As the case unfolds, Truesdale must navigate powerful enemies and the ghosts from his past. In The Color of Death, Trey Gowdy delivers a riveting legal thriller where the verdict might come at a terrible price.” - Brian Kilmeade
“Set in South Carolina, The Color of Death immediately pulled me in with its dark beauty and mystery. When a shocking murder shakes a small town, old grudges and hidden secrets come to light, putting everything at risk. Trey Gowdy has written a gripping and intense story.” - Ainsley Earhardt
“A masterful exploration of grief and justice. This haunting and morally complex thriller captures the atmosphere of the Piedmont of South Carolina while probing the dark corners of the soul.” - Sean Hannity
“Trey Gowdy has hit another home run—this time it wasn’t in the justice system. It was about the justice system. He weaves a gripping story of loss, grief, doubt, and ultimately, light. I don’t know anyone who knows the courtroom better than Trey, and this book puts us inside the minds of prosecutors, cops, victims, and even the defendants. If you pick up this book, be warned: you won’t be able to put it down.” - Senator Tim Scott
“A daring and strong debut novel by one of America’s most dedicated prosecutors, The Color of Death is a page-turning mystery from someone who loves the law with a moral clarity that will result in justice in the end. A triumph by my dear friend Trey Gowdy.” - Dana Perino