The danger in hunting down evil is that you gradually become that which you seek to destroy. — Nigerian Proverb In the turbulent 1980s, South Florida is a tropical paradise with a dark underbelly of crime and corruption. Newly sworn-in DEA Special Agent Franco DeSano enters this chaos, eager to make his mark on the war on drugs. However, what begins as a routine assignment soon spirals into a nightmare. Haunted by a troubled past, DeSano finds himself entangled in a dangerous operation alongside an enigmatic witch doctor who turned informant. Together, they target the shadowy connection between a violent criminal syndicate and a feared black magic cult. The bloody and sinister rituals of this cult not only protect the cartel's illicit activities but also exert terrifying influence—forces that push DeSano to the brink of insanity. As DeSano delves deeper, he uncovers horrifying secrets and confronts powers beyond comprehension. Each step closer to the truth blurs the line between right and wrong, compelling him to grapple with the darkest depths of human nature and the mysteries of the occult. FANS OF DARK, PSYCHOLOGICAL CRIME THRILLERS AND SUPERNATURAL MYSTERIES will be drawn into this gripping tale of corruption, danger, and the ultimate battle between good and evil. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking an adrenaline-fueled ride through South Florida's seedy underground. "Prepare for a suspenseful journey into a world few people know existed." Stephen E. Murphy , retired DEA Special Agent, and one of the lead investigators in the manhunt of Colombian drug lord and leader of the Medellin Cartel, Pablo Escobar. Murphy is portrayed in the Netflix original hit series Narcos."Criminality intersects the occult on this spellbinding thrill ride." John D. Kuchta , Former Federal Prosecutor and FBI Supervisory Special Agent"A captivating firshand account of the psychopathic way delinquents carry out their business." Michael S. Vigil , Author and DEA's Former Chief of International Operations Jaime Forza spent over 30 years as a federal agent with the DEA, leading undercover operations across the United States and overseas. His firsthand knowledge of the drug underworld fuels his writing, delivering readers an authentic glimpse into its dangers, secrets, and human complexities. Born in Brooklyn and now living in Florida, Forza transforms hard-earned experience into gripping storytelling.