Hothouse Orchid

In the latest Holly Barker novel by New York Times bestselling author Stuart Woods, Special Agent Holly Barker finds herself back in her hometown of Orchid Beach, Florida, after a disappointing encounter with international terrorist Teddy Fay. Upon her return, she faces a daunting challenge when her past resurfaces: the man acquitted of harassing her and another officer has taken over as the new police chief. Confronted by this unsettling situation, Holly must decide whether to reclaim her role in the CIA or take a stand against her formidable adversary for control of the local police department.