The Bitter Past: A Mystery

Sheriff Porter Beck is the sheriff in the high desert of Nevada, north of Las Vegas. An old, retired FBI agent is found killed, and clues point to a mystery dating back to the early days of the nuclear age. A current FBI agent shows up to help Beck's investigation.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 10 August 2023
Publisher: St Martin's Press

In the captivating tradition of Craig Johnson and C. J. Box, Bruce Borgos unveils The Bitter Past, the thrilling first installment of a mesmerizing series set in the rugged high desert of Nevada. Sheriff Porter Beck, a native of the area and a former member of the Army's Intelligence Division, returns to his hometown to take up the mantle of law enforcement, following in the footsteps of his father before the onset of dementia. The tranquility of this remote corner of the world is abruptly shattered when an old, retired FBI agent is found brutally murdered. The investigation reveals a chilling mystery that dates back to the early days of the nuclear age, with clues pointing to the involvement of a Russian spy who infiltrated the nuclear testing site. To aid in the investigation, a current FBI agent arrives on the scene, adding an intriguing layer to the already complex puzzle. As the story unfolds, spanning both the 1950s and the present, it becomes evident that someone is relentlessly searching for the long-forgotten individual who holds the key to unraveling the secrets of the past and the ongoing perilous activities. The Bitter Past sets the stage for a thrilling and suspenseful journey, promising to keep readers on the edge of their seats as they delve into the depths of mystery and intrigue.

Weight: 499g
Dimension: 239 x 157 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250848079