Quinton Bell built his second life on one rule: hide in plain sight.
In Houston, he is a brilliant criminal defense attorney known for impossible acquittals. In New York, he was someone else entirely. That man is supposed to be dead.
When Houston Wildcatters linebacker Marcus Hale—known to fans as Halestorm—is arrested for the brutal murder of his powerful agent, Daniel Price, the city is ready for a spectacle. The headlines are merciless. Harris County wants a conviction, and Hale’s career, reputation, and freedom are on the line.
Hale swears he didn’t do it.
What begins as a high-profile murder case quickly spirals into darker territory. Hale's past is littered with unanswered questions and secrets long thought buried. The deeper Quinton digs, the clearer it becomes that this murder may be tied to something far older, and more dangerous, than anyone suspects.
In the courtroom, every revelation raises the stakes. Outside it, someone is watching Quinton.
Someone who knows the truth about the life he left behind.
Now Quinton must defend a client the world has already condemned while protecting the identity that has kept him alive. Because this case is about more than murder.
It may be the one that exposes them both.
From bestselling legal thriller author Manning Wolfe comes the explosive third installment in the Proxy Legal Thriller Series—a razor-sharp courtroom thriller packed with secrets, suspense, and twists you’ll never see coming.
In this game, survival is the only verdict that matters.
Praise for the Proxy Legal Thriller Series:
‘A riveting read that expertly teams courtroom drama and legal maneuvering with imminent danger, spine-tingling suspense, a touch of romance, and non-stop action. Talk about an adrenaline rush!’ – Reedsy
Can a woman write a thriller book that leaves you going, Wow, how did I ever miss this author before?’ Yes, she can. Fist bumps and high fives to author, Manning Wolfe on this fantabulous thriller!’ - Forgotten Winds
"I love the whole book! From beginning to end, it was a roller coaster ride! From New York to Texas, With incredible character development, and plot twists from beginning to end! Looking back, there were subtle clues, but not until the very end was there a resolution. I would highly recommend this book!’ - Susan Riley, Amazon Customer
‘Manning Wolfe just put herself on my list of must-read authors!’ – John Ellsworth
Genre: Mystery
In Houston, he is a brilliant criminal defense attorney known for impossible acquittals. In New York, he was someone else entirely. That man is supposed to be dead.
When Houston Wildcatters linebacker Marcus Hale—known to fans as Halestorm—is arrested for the brutal murder of his powerful agent, Daniel Price, the city is ready for a spectacle. The headlines are merciless. Harris County wants a conviction, and Hale’s career, reputation, and freedom are on the line.
Hale swears he didn’t do it.
What begins as a high-profile murder case quickly spirals into darker territory. Hale's past is littered with unanswered questions and secrets long thought buried. The deeper Quinton digs, the clearer it becomes that this murder may be tied to something far older, and more dangerous, than anyone suspects.
In the courtroom, every revelation raises the stakes. Outside it, someone is watching Quinton.
Someone who knows the truth about the life he left behind.
Now Quinton must defend a client the world has already condemned while protecting the identity that has kept him alive. Because this case is about more than murder.
It may be the one that exposes them both.
From bestselling legal thriller author Manning Wolfe comes the explosive third installment in the Proxy Legal Thriller Series—a razor-sharp courtroom thriller packed with secrets, suspense, and twists you’ll never see coming.
In this game, survival is the only verdict that matters.
Praise for the Proxy Legal Thriller Series:
‘A riveting read that expertly teams courtroom drama and legal maneuvering with imminent danger, spine-tingling suspense, a touch of romance, and non-stop action. Talk about an adrenaline rush!’ – Reedsy
Can a woman write a thriller book that leaves you going, Wow, how did I ever miss this author before?’ Yes, she can. Fist bumps and high fives to author, Manning Wolfe on this fantabulous thriller!’ - Forgotten Winds
"I love the whole book! From beginning to end, it was a roller coaster ride! From New York to Texas, With incredible character development, and plot twists from beginning to end! Looking back, there were subtle clues, but not until the very end was there a resolution. I would highly recommend this book!’ - Susan Riley, Amazon Customer
‘Manning Wolfe just put herself on my list of must-read authors!’ – John Ellsworth
Genre: Mystery
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