Nothing More Dangerous

Missouri native Allen Eskens' "small-town mystery" explores themes of family, loyalty, and racial tension within the close-knit community of Jessup, Missouri. As high school student Boady Sanden becomes involved with a new neighbor and uncovers secrets connected to a missing woman, he is faced with challenging perceptions of race and class, ultimately prompting him to reevaluate his understanding of the world around him.