{"product_id":"duped-in-america-a-novel-that-dives-from-page-one-into-our-tattered-beliefs-and-values-9798822988347","title":"DUPED In AMERICA: A novel that dives from page one into our tattered beliefs and values","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYoung Indiana cop Holly Bagley battles personal tragedy, social tension, and a complex partnership in a high-stakes hate crime investigation. Their quest for justice spirals into a shocking climax. A timely novel inspired by \u003cem\u003eBALLARD\u003c\/em\u003e, a Michael Connelly creation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDUPED In AMERICA \u003c\/em\u003eunfolds in 2017, and we meet Holly Bagley, a 23-year-old rookie cop in a tranquil Midwest Southern Indiana college town. Her uncomplicated life belies the longing she harbors for her Marine sweetheart, deployed in Afghanistan. Dealing with the sudden loss of her mother, she finds little solace in her father, a fellow officer on the force whose political beliefs starkly contrast with hers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tranquility of Farmington shatters when a chase involving a stolen car leads to a fatal accident, tragically claiming the life of Detective Garry Henderson's teen son, Denny. Amidst his grief, Henderson is faced with the shocking revelation of his son fathering a child out of wedlock. Chief Karl Jacobs tasks Holly and Henderson to work together on a chilling case involving a potential hate crime against Black students.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe unlikely duo must navigate their personal grief, a 25-year age gap, and the racial divide that stands between them. Their partnership is further tested by the small-town social pressures that simmer during the era of Donald Trump. \u003cem\u003eDUPED In AMERICA \u003c\/em\u003eis a riveting exploration of contrasting perspectives, generational and racial dynamics, and the intricate fabric of small-town America.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs their search for the perpetrator intensifies, they are led down a path of horror and violence that forever alters the course of Holly's life. This gripping tale is as much about Holly's surprising journey as it is about the pursuit of justice in a divided society. \u003cem\u003eDUPED In AMERICA \u003c\/em\u003eis a poignant reflection on the complexities of our world, the impact of our choices, and the unexpected alliances formed in our quest for truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHayes, R. E.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - R. E. Hayes is an accomplished author and former infantry Marine, holding both a BA and JD from Indiana University. His debut novel, Be White With Me, was long-listed for the prestigious Santa Fe Writing Project award, judged by Deesha Philyaw, a 2020 National Book Award finalist. Hayes' work showcases his intellectual rigor and deep understanding of the human experience. He currently resides west of Chicago with his wife and their calico cat, Sunny. Hayes continues to impact the literary world with his latest book, Duped in America, demonstrating his commitment to thought-provoking and compelling storytelling.","brand":"Palmetto Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51985452957970,"sku":"9798822988347","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_72661d46-19e5-4a40-b040-4c295d542bfc.jpg?v=1769535840","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/duped-in-america-a-novel-that-dives-from-page-one-into-our-tattered-beliefs-and-values-9798822988347","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}