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Publisher's summary

A small-town lawyer has been searching for his daughter for eighteen years. Now a local girl has gone missing, and he’s determined to find them both—no matter the cost.

Buddy Smith built his law practice around tracking down missing children. After all, he knows the agony of being separated from a child. Not long after his daughter’s birth, her mother took her and ran away. Buddy hasn’t seen either since.

Gracie Blaylock has known Buddy her entire life, and now that she is clerk of court for the county, their paths cross frequently. When Gracie hears that a teenager is missing, she knows Buddy is the one for the case.

The missing girl’s parents are desperate for answers. Together with Gracie and Mayleah—the new detective in town—Buddy chases every lead, hoping to reach the missing teen before it’s too late. While he pursues one girl, he uncovers clues that could bring him closer to the daughter he thought he’d lost forever.

Master storyteller Robert Whitlow will keep you guessing in this gripping legal drama while also reminding you of the power of God’s restoration.

  • Gripping stand-alone legal drama
  • Full-length novel at approximately 120,000 words
  • Also by Robert Whitlow: The Trial, The Confession, and The Witnesses
©2021 Robert Whitlow (P)2021 Thomas Nelson
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5 out of 5 stars
By Anonymous User on 08-26-21

So beautiful!

The story itself was beautifully written and as usual, perfectly narrated by Mr. Godfrey. One of my favorites so far!

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5 out of 5 stars
By Catherine Bateman on 06-21-22

Great story

Less about the court system and more about relationships and family. I would recommend it

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By Edwards on 08-27-23

Great community connection

Loved how it started and ended around the relationship built in one special emotional day.

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By Dr. MT-O on 01-13-23

Good story

Enjoyed the story line and narration. I would recommend to others. Enjoy writer’s Christian views.

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5 out of 5 stars
By ASDQM1 on 10-18-21

Good book

So this is my first book by Robert Whitlow. It definitely will not be my last.

I have been looking for quite some time for an author who does not use profanity etc. in their books. So refreshing to finally find one.

As a Christian, obviously I do not mind the religious overtones.

The story did not have as many twists and turns as I would expect, it was overall a pretty light read in a sense.

I also, as has been mentioned by one or two others, I was not thrilled with the narration.

The voices all kind of blended together/sounded the same.

But overall, very happy with the story. Looking forward to more by this author

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5 out of 5 stars
By PJR on 03-23-23

Loved it!

I loved everything about this book!
The characters were realistic, the plot was interesting, and the narration was fantastic!

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5 out of 5 stars
By Chef Gary on 06-19-23

Great Book

Loved this book!
It's not my normal type to read, more murder mystery reader here. The book kept my attention and interest throughout.

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4 out of 5 stars
By Elaine on 08-19-23

Touching

Surprised by the title. I didn't expect a romance. The part about the drugs was more what I expected.



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5 out of 5 stars
By S Seward on 04-30-21

Another Whitlow Home Run!

One of the best! It kept me engaged to the very end. It has all the right ingredients...romance, mystery and suspense with an unexpected twist not to mention, a faithful focus.

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By neva on 07-21-22

Great story and narrator!

Enjoed every minute. Great story line and Narrator made the characters come alive. He did an amazing job with the various personalities.

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