by William H. Goodson

Was Thomas Merton's death in Thailand in 1968 really an accident? This question intrigues Rachel Crockett, a Nashville teenager who is estranged from her alcoholic father, Trey, a psychiatrist.

The celebrated Trappist monk becomes an unexpected link between them, leading Rachel on a dangerous quest.

The Vatican, an international business cartel, the Mexican Mafia, and Tennessee politics collide in a web of intrigue, culminating in a thrilling climax that exposes the truth about Merton's death.

'...a fine plot, great characters, and just darn good writing.'

Homer Hickam, best-selling author of Rocket Boys and others.

'I could not put the book down...a masterful work...a fascinating and wonderful book.'

Ferrol Sams, award-winning author of Run With the Horsemen and others