Disgraced Chicago Police detective Sam Laska may have thought he left the murder business behind, but when he agrees to investigate a suspicious death as a favor to a friend, he quickly realizes he’s in for much more than he bargained for. The case leads him down a dangerous path involving drug dealers, hired killers, political puppet masters, and an enticing medical examiner’s assistant. As he slowly unravels the conspiracy, he realizes his mistakes threaten the safety of those closest to him – and he knows the only choice he has is to sacrifice himself to bring the killers to justice.

With non-stop action, pulse-pounding suspense, and a cast of unforgettable characters, “The Pain Gamef” is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and thrillers.