A gripping tale of small-town intrigue and corruption
When Mike Carson, a disgraced New York journalist, returns to his Texas hometown to sell his late uncle’s house, what should be a simple task quickly spirals out of control. Asked to investigate a suspicious death, Carson uncovers a web of lies, self-dealing, and drug trafficking, and with each revelation, he finds himself dragged deeper into a powerful conspiracy.
Fast-paced, with a colorful cast of characters and razor-sharp dialogue, Bullets in the Water is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and investigative thrillers.
A gripping tale of small-town intrigue and corruption
When Mike Carson, a disgraced New York journalist, returns to his Texas hometown to sell his late uncle’s house, what should be a simple task quickly spirals out of control.
Asked to investigate a suspicious death, Carson uncovers a web of lies, self-dealing, and drug trafficking that reaches the highest levels of local government and law enforcement.
With each revelation, the stakes grow higher, and Carson finds himself in the crosshairs of powerful enemies who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried.
McAnally masterfully weaves together multiple storylines, creating a rich tapestry of small-town life that feels authentic and lived in. From the seedy underbelly of local politics to the struggles of everyday citizens, every character and setting rings true.
As Carson grapples with his own demons and past mistakes, readers will find themselves rooting for this flawed but determined hero.
Fast-paced, with a colorful cast of characters and razor-sharp dialogue, Bullets in the Water is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and investigative thrillers.
Category: Thriller
Publication Date: November 4, 2025
ISBN (paperback): 978-1-965766-32-3
ISBN (ebook): 978-1-965766-33-0
Pages: 364
Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5
Stephen Stewart, TV director“This is exactly the sort of book I choose when reading fiction. Proper characters that I loved or loathed, and a very clever storyline. McAnally has a real gift for painting a picture.”
Stephen Stewart, TV director“This is exactly the sort of book I choose when reading fiction. Proper characters that I loved or loathed, and a very clever storyline. McAnally has a real gift for painting a picture.”
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