The Avenged (Book 1 of the Detective Jacob Hayden Series‪)‬

A senseless murder.

A calculating sniper.

A ruthless judge.

And a detective who won't quit.

In the bustling heart of Dupont Circle's crowded park, chaos erupts as a calculated sniper takes aim. Detective Jacob Hayden finds himself thrust into a relentless manhunt, pursuing a killer of unparalleled cunning and ruthlessness.
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Simultaneously, the spotlight falls on D.C.'s distinguished Superior Court Judge, Frank Peters, who becomes the subject of scrutiny following the murder of an associate. Judge Peters, notorious for his fiery temperament, is someone you'd be wise to avoid crossing paths with.

​As the investigations unfold, the intricate web of the sniper's malevolence and Judge Peters' shadowy connections draws Jacob into a precarious journey where the line between justice and vengeance blurs. Follow the twists and turns of this gripping tale to discover how the sniper and the judge intertwine in unexpected ways.