Sandra Brown\'s White Hot

Sayre Hoyle is a single and strikingly beautiful interior designer| enjoying success in San Francisco after running away from her Louisiana hometown| where herfamily still resides| a decade ago. When she learns of her brother's unexpected death| Sayre returns to her small town to attend his funeral| and revisits thestrained relationship she's always had with her father| Huff Hoyle| a corrupt factory owner who lords over his employees - and most of the town - using fear andintimidation. There| Sayre meets Beck Merchant| Huff's handsome attorney| who immediately takes an interest in her. Though it's widely believed her brother died froman accidental gunshot wound| Sayre soon begins to suspect foul play| and turns the town upside down when she launches her own investigation| attempting to discoverthe truth behind his tragic passing. Uncovering a web of dark secrets| lies| cover ups and revenge plots| Sayre struggles with family dynamics| terrifying threatsand local law-enforcement ...