[Live Bait] (By: P J Tracy) [published: April, 2005]

In the bustling streets of Minneapolis, detectives Leo Magozzi and Gino Rolseth find themselves mired in monotony after a high-profile case. Their routine is persistently interrupted by the humdrum of everyday life, leaving them craving a fresh challenge. When a peculiar string of murders emerge, both officers dismiss their discontent and dive into the tangled web that has developers and locals alike on edge.

As they peel back the layers of deception, Magozzi and Rolseth are drawn into a world where danger lurks in the most unexpected places. The crimes take on a chilling, almost theatrical quality, which tests their limits both personally and professionally. With every clue that surfaces, the detectives realize they must confront not just a clever killer, but also their own fading passion for the job.

As they race against time to unravel the truth, the thrill of the chase reignites their bond and challenges them to confront the shadows of their pasts. In a gripping narrative full of twists and turns, loyalty and desperation intersect, revealing the lengths to which the human spirit will go when faced with the ultimate game of cat and mouse.