What would you do if you lost the one you loved the most? How far would you go to quench your thirst for vengeance? In the gritty streets of Milwaukee, Sergeant Michael Quinn is a dedicated cop trying to do right by the city and his family. His world is shattered when his pregnant wife, Maggie, is brutally murdered, leaving Quinn on the brink of despair. Grieving and drowning in booze, Quinn’s life spirals out of control as his thirst for retribution consumes him. On the brink of losing his job, Quinn is unexpectedly appointed as the police chaplain—a role meant to save his pension but one that leads him into the orbit of George Thomas, a revered chaplain with a dark secret. Beneath George’s kind exterior lies a meticulous serial killer targeting criminals who slip through the cracks of the justice system. Drawn into George’s shadowy world, Quinn learns the art of vigilantism, hunting down those who evade the law while pursuing the men responsible for Maggie’s death. As the line between justice and vengeance blurs, Quinn must confront his own morality and the true cost of retribution. Will Michael Quinn survive his quest for revenge? Or will he perish attempting to administer it? Fans of Dexter , Death Wish , John Wick , and The Equalizer will love the heart-pounding, page-turning excitement in the first book of the Michael Quinn Vigilante Justice Series, The Good Collar. "THE GOOD COLLAR grabs you by the throat and doesn't let go. Patrick O'Donnell delivers a relentless, no-holds-barred thriller packed with raw emotion, moral dilemmas, and the kind of justice that lives in the shadows. If you've ever wondered how far a man will go when he has nothing left to lose, this is your answer." -Jack Carr, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of Red Sky Mourning and The Terminal List. "Patrick O'Donnell knows how cops think because he was one. He knows the mean streets and the bad guys who prowl them. His expertise and experience come through loud and clear in his writing. Packed full of great characters with action off the charts, The Good Collar is a thrilling look at how far a good man will go-and what he's willing to give up-when he's bent on justice." -Marc Cameron, New York Times Bestselling Author, BAD RIVER, an Arliss Cutter Thriller, Tom CLANCEY RED WINTER, and Jerico Quinn Thrillers "How can any hot-blooded reader put down a story that starts with such a heinous act of violence that demands justice or, perhaps, vengeance like The Good Collar by Patrick O'Donnell? I was tempted to cheat and peek at the last chapter, but I'm glad I did not. This fine read is a roller-coaster ride with many unexpected twists of plot. You will think you know what happens next, but I assure you, you will not! If you have ever wondered what real law enforcement looks like, this book is it. Not only is it entertaining, but highly educational. Most troublesome is the internal and external pressures our law enforcement officers/first responders must navigate. The Good Collar honors the ethos of our "Sheepdogs," but also documents the price they pay for protecting the herd. Many understand the PTSD experienced by our military war-fighters, but the toll on our LEOs is no less intense, damaging, and destructive." -Ric Prado, NY Times Bestselling author of "Black Ops" and CIA Senior Operations Officer (Ret.) "I couldn't put this book down. From its first pages to the last, the story and characters grab you and don't let go. This latest novel by Patrick O'Donnell is his best yet. And why? Because who hasn't thought about what they would do in the same situation as the main character? Who wouldn't do the same for their loved ones and their sense of justice? This novel has great writing, characters, character development, and twists and turns you won't see coming. How do you follow up on such a great read? I'm betting author Patrick O'Donnell will show us." -Richard Rybicki, Chicago Police Homicide Detective Lieutenant (Ret.) "The Good Collar is an excellent read by a master storyteller. To be clear, author Patrick O'Donnell's expertise as a former police sergeant shines through on every page, but what is also evident is his skill as an outstanding writer. He had me by the collar from page one to the very end. I highly recommend this novel." -Nick Chiarkas, Bestselling author, attorney, and presidential cabinet advisor on organized crime and director of the Wisconsin Public Defender's Office. (Ret.) About the author Patrick O'Donnell is the product of two young Irish immigrants. He was born and spent his early childhood in the great city of Chicago. Sgt. O'Donnell worked in one of the nation's largest police departments for 25 years. He has been in charge of thousands of crime scenes and investigations, including homicides, sexual assaults, and robberies. He is now an author, podcaster, and public speaker. O'Donnell is the host of the popular Cops and Writers podcast. lives with his wife, kids, a