In the small town of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, in 1967, Eli Fletcher is a standout high school quarterback. He’s an attractive eighteen-year-old who has caught the attention of every mother in town as a potential husband for their daughters. Eli never knew his father, who passed away when he was an infant, and his older family member stayed out of his life. The town’s residents look forward to an abundant harvest and Friday night football. Eli dreams of playing college football and marrying his girlfriend, Ellen Borne. They talked about their future marriage, children, a home with a white picket fence, and a friendly dog waiting. Fran Fletcher aspired for her son Eli to carry on the legacy of Father Robicheaux, who had guided him through childhood. Seeing Eli’s lack of enthusiasm for the same career path, she was forced to reconsider her plans. Ponchatoula is a small town with hidden secrets. When uncovered, it becomes apparent that many injustices are occurring, but nobody will speak up. Eli’s life story is more intricate and concerning than his peers, and he must overcome his inner turmoil as he struggles to keep on the right path. Famed author Vito Zuppardo returns with a heart-stopping psychological thriller that will keep you hooked from start to finish. His latest book, the first installment of a new series, will keep you up all night anxiously trying to discover how it ends.