{"product_id":"driftless-desperation-9781955656573","title":"Driftless Desperation","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the latest installment of the Driftless Mystery Series Lt. Jim Higgins is stumped by a murder on the north side of La Crosse that seems to be tied to the unsolved abduction and disappearance of a babysitter that happened within the city limits forty years ago. Stymied by a locket and note left at the scene of the murder Jim's team of investigators dig into the crime but nothing comes easily. As they conduct their investigation a personal assault on a member of Jim's family leaves him with few choices but to meet the assailant head-on. In a crescendo of unparalleled danger and risk Jim confronts his adversary with every fiber of his being in an ending that surprises shocks and confirms the power of love and sacrifice\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to the Driftless Mystery Series\u003c\/strong\u003e--a multi-award-winning collection that's captivated readers across the Midwest and beyond. With a keen eye for suspense and a deep love for Wisconsin's untamed beauty, author \u003cstrong\u003eSue Berg \u003c\/strong\u003espins smart, twist-filled mysteries set in the rugged bluffs and winding coulees of the Driftless Region. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAt the heart of the series is Lt. Jim Higgins, a seasoned detective with grit, guts, and a loyal team that doesn't shy away from danger. Together, they take on puzzling crimes and small-town secrets that simmer beneath the surface of the serene Mississippi River Valley. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith richly drawn characters, whip-smart dialogue, and plots full of clever turns, Berg delivers page-turning intrigue steeped in local charm--and just the right dose of daring. If you love compelling mysteries with heart, humor, and a distinct Midwestern flavor, this is a series you won't want to miss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSue Berg is the author of the Driftless Mystery Series. She is a former teacher, and enjoys many hobbies including writing, watercolor painting, quilting, cooking and gardening. She lives with her husband, Alan, near Viroqua, Wisconsin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Little Creek Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51552888226066,"sku":"9781955656573","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_05ffb9a6-b9aa-4e93-bd89-30e20d7fd8d9.jpg?v=1754910597","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/driftless-desperation-9781955656573","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}