Higher Authority

In "Higher Authority," the sudden death of Senator Orrin Hatch ignites a political firestorm as his successor, Lester Horner, and his ambitious law clerk, Blythe Oaks, face a troubling accusation that puts their reputations at risk. The story pivots to Lauren Crowder, Alan Gregory's fiancée, who is drawn into the turmoil when Blythe's accuser turns out to be her estranged sister. As the investigation unfolds and Blythe is murdered, Lauren and her former law school friend Robin Torr delve into a web of secrets that threaten their lives and expose the lengths to which influential figures will go to protect their interests.