The Contract Lawyer

Looking for justice in a lawless land.

Thaddeus Murfee, a seasoned San Diego attorney, finds himself thrust into a treacherous world when his nephew is kidnapped and taken to South America. With his unique set of skills and unwavering determination, Thaddeus navigates the corrupt underbelly of the cartels, risking everything to bring his sister's son home.

As he delves deeper into the jungle's heart of darkness, Thaddeus must confront not only the criminals who took his nephew but also the shadows of his own past.

John Ellsworth takes readers on a heart-stopping journey through the depths of human depravity and the heights of one man's courage.

An electrifying legal thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Praise for the Thaddeus Murfee series:

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