Shirley McClintock

**Series Synopsis: Shirley McClintock** Step into the rugged landscapes of the Southwest, where the sun sets in vibrant hues over sprawling ranches and secrets lurk beneath a picturesque facade. Meet Shirley McClintock, an intrepid rancher with a knack for unearthing buried truths, who finds herself tangled in a web of murder and deceit. In her first thrilling adventure, *Dead in the Scrub*, a routine hunting trip turns sinister when Shirley discovers a human skeleton hidden amid the trees, igniting her relentless pursuit of justice. As she pieces together clues from two seemingly unrelated murders, a deadly game of cat and mouse unfolds, drawing her into a dark underworld where loyalty is tested, and every path leads to danger. With her unwavering determination and a heart bound to the land she loves, Shirley must balance the desire for justice with the protection of those closest to her—risking it all to confront the shadows of her own past. In a world where nature’s beauty is often marred by violence, uncover the brutal truths that lie beneath the surface, and join Shirley on her gripping journey of discovery and danger. Will she find the proof she needs before it puts everything she holds dear at risk? The hunt has just begun, and danger waits around every bend.