Any Taint of Vice

Kate Shugak, a seasoned private investigator, finds herself navigating the treacherous waters of Anchorage's underbelly, where danger lurks behind every corner. Her latest case draws her deeper into a world filled with illicit dealings and dark secrets as she searches for a missing person with ties to Alyeska University. With her keen instincts and fierce determination, Kate must unravel a web of lies that shroud the truth.

As she delves into this gritty landscape, Kate confronts unsavory characters and makes unexpected allies. Each twist and turn she encounters only heightens the stakes and intensifies her resolve. Along the way, she must also grapple with her own complicated past, intertwined with the very fabric of this unforgiving city.

With vivid descriptions and a palpable sense of urgency, the story immerses readers in the stark realities of a place where morality can be as blurred as the icy streets. As the layers unfurl, Kate's journey leads her to confront the ultimate question: what price is she willing to pay for the truth?

In a scramble against time and formidable odds, Kate's grit and resourcefulness is put to the test, making her quest not only about survival but also about redemption. It becomes clear that in a city rife with corruption and danger, the line between vice and virtue can be perilously thin.