Don't Know Tough

Set in Denton, Arkansas, this gripping debut noir blends Southern Gothic atmospherics with a tense high school football story, focusing on talented but troubled Billy Lowe and the new coach, Trent Powers, who sees himself as a savior. When Billy’s abuser is found murdered and suspicions turn toward him, the town’s fragile peace threatens to shatter amid escalating violence and secrets. Recognized with multiple awards and notable acclaim, this novel explores themes of redemption, violence, and community under pressure.