The Potrero Complex

Rags Goldner, a journalist, moves to Canary, Maryland, to escape the pandemic but finds a town with a missing teenager and rising fascism. She must uncover the truth about Effie Rutters fate and the fate of thousands like her.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 02 August 2022
Publisher: Regal House Publishing LLC

Journalist Rags Goldner, a seasoned veteran of the front lines of journalism, bears the scars of a devastating pandemic that ravaged Baltimore for an extended period of five years. Weary and emotionally drained, she decides to escape the city's chaos with her partner, seeking solace in the tranquility of a small-town life in Maryland. However, their hopes of a simple existence are quickly dashed upon their arrival in Canary. The town is plagued by a mysterious disappearance of a teenager, and Rags finds herself at the center of a fierce battle against the forces of apathy, paranoia, and creeping fascism. Determined to uncover the shocking truth about Effie Rutters fate and the plight of countless others like her, Rags embarks on a perilous journey that tests her resilience, courage, and journalistic integrity.

As she delves deeper into the investigation, Rags encounters a community that is torn apart by fear and suspicion. The townspeople, consumed by their own anxieties, are quick to point fingers and cast blame, creating a climate of mistrust and hostility. Rags must navigate through a web of lies, half-truths, and hidden agendas, all while trying to maintain her objectivity and uphold the principles of journalism.

Despite the obstacles and dangers she faces, Rags remains steadfast in her pursuit of the truth. She tirelessly interviews witnesses, conducts research, and digs through archives, piecing together the fragments of Effie Rutters story and the broader context of the pandemic's impact on the town. Along the way, she forms unexpected alliances and confronts powerful figures who are willing to go to any lengths to protect their interests.

As Rags unravels the mystery surrounding Effie Rutters disappearance, she discovers a shocking truth that threatens to shake the foundations of Canary and the surrounding communities. The pandemic, which initially appeared to be a mere public health crisis, has revealed a darker side, one that is driven by greed, power, and a disregard for human life. Rags realizes that the disappearance of Effie Rutters is just a small part of a much larger conspiracy, one that has the potential to impact the lives of thousands of people.

With the clock ticking, Rags must act fast to expose the truth and bring those responsible to justice. She knows that her actions could have far-reaching consequences, both for her and for the community she has grown to love. But she also knows that it is her duty as a journalist to uphold the truth, no matter the cost.

In the end, Rags Goldner emerges as a hero, a symbol of resilience and courage in the face of adversity. Her unwavering commitment to the truth sets a precedent for future generations of journalists, reminding them that their work has the power to shape the world and bring about change. The pandemic may have left scars on Rags Goldner's heart and soul, but her determination to uncover the truth has left an indelible mark on the history of Canary and the world beyond.

Weight: 367g
Dimension: 215 x 139 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781646032501