As the Government brings all of its resources to bear, the most valuable asset isn't even human, it's Ripley, a dog. A Catahoula K-9, prowling the streets of New Orleans, hunting for his partner's killer. Tourey Waknem, a CIA undercover operative, has been assigned to find the same man but for very different reasons. Tourey has to stop him before he executes a plan that would bring New Orleans to the brink of destruction. Circumstances and destiny bring Tourey and Ripley together in what appears to be an unlikely alliance to fight united against an evil and ruthless force. Tourey, on a quest for justice. Ripley, on a quest for revenge. Their common obstacle; they have twelve hours. Fans of the Shallow End Gals 'New Orleans Series', will be delighted to reunite with familiar characters. Can be read as a stand-alone crime thriller. As always, a full list of characters is at the end of the story.