A Deadly Vice (A Prequel Novella)

In a gritty underbelly of crime and desperation, Jake Tanner finds himself thrust into a world soaked in chaos as he embarks on his journey as a trainee detective constable. Haunted by the legacy of a dead man’s debt, he must confront the sinister implications that linger in the shadows. The weight of familial ties burdens him, complicating his path toward justice.

As Tanner navigates the perilous landscape of crime, he grapples with the challenges of his new vocation while wrestling with moral dilemmas. Each clue pulls him deeper into a web of deceit, forcing him to confront his own beliefs and the menace that threatens those around him. The stakes escalate, plunging Tanner into a dangerous game where his very survival depends on deciphering the truth hidden beneath layers of lies.

Every decision Tanner makes carries significant consequences, risking not just his budding career but also the lives of those he holds dear. In a world where loyalty is fleeting and betrayal lurks around every corner, he must harness his instincts and determination to unravel a mystery that threatens to consume him entirely.