In Augusta, Maine, a historic nor’easter unearths sins and secrets buried deep in the town’s past. With time running out, three lives collide in a desperate fight for survival, where truth becomes a casualty and redemption comes at a cost. Billy Stevens, a quarry worker haunted by loss, is drawn into a web of betrayal when a brutal crime pins him as a suspect. Jessica Michaud returns to care for her ailing mother, only to find herself hunted by a vengeful ex whose chilling threats awaken old wounds. And journalist Andrea Kearney digs into a local dynasty’s corruption as the storm’s fury mirrors the rising tide of violence. Award-winning author Richard R. Becker delivers a gripping tale of resilience and moral ambiguity — a literary thriller that will keep readers breathless until its haunting conclusion. Fans of novels like “Sharp Objects” by Gillian Flynn or “Winter’s Bone” by Daniel Woodrell will find something familiar in a captivating small town drama but with a fresh new voice.