The Phantom's Reckoning

Asher Kane, a solitary and brilliant master thief known as "The Ghost" for his ability to leave no trace, operates outside the law to impose a unique form of justice. Driven by crippling guilt over the "Lisbon Job" - a past betrayal that led to the brutal imprisonment of his beloved mentor, Atticus Grey - Asher exclusively targets individuals who amassed their fortunes through immense harm and injustice, stealing their most cherished possessions as a symbolic reckoning. His latest target, a ruthless arms dealer named Rolf Viotto, possesses a legendary diamond that promises his most intricate challenge yet. However, as Asher meticulously plans and executes the heist in the opulent South of France, he finds himself dangerously close to Javier Rios, the very man who betrayed Atticus. The proximity reignites Asher's suppressed rage and forces him to choose between his mission of dispassionate justice and a deeply personal quest for vengeance. As he navigates Viotto's impenetrable security and orchestrates Rios's systematic downfall, Asher must confront the echoes of his past, risking exposure and capture in a desperate gambit to honor Atticus's sacrifice and, perhaps, finally secure his mentor's freedom.

Pamela Beach is a versatile storyteller whose curiosity knows no bounds. Whether writing a twisty crime novel, a paranormal suspense story, or a witty romantic comedy, she is fascinated by the mysteries of the human heart. She lives, writes, and podcasts from California's Central Coast, where she finds endless inspiration in the landscape and the people she loves. She is also a published poet and lyricist.