Scarred by the remnants of a childhood tragedy, Joe Trona was rescued from an orphanage by Will Trona, a charismatic politician who sensed his dark potential. Soon, Joe is swept into the maelstrom of influence and intimidation that surrounds his adoptive father's illustrious career. When Will is murdered, Joe will stop at nothing to find out who did it--even as he's forced to confront the many secrets Will Trona kept.