In the sleepy foothills of Issaqueena, South Carolina, Detective Luke Steele is drawn into a gritty mystery when his childhood friend, Robby Carson, goes missing from his auto shop, leaving only a blood stain on concrete and a cryptic ledger hinting at a high-stakes gambling ring. Teamed with sharp-witted Deputy Kayla Baker, Luke uncovers a cryptocurrency scam and a staged kidnapping gone wrong. As clues lead the investigators to a dangerous showdown on the wild Chattooga River, Luke must confront his past guilt and outmaneuver a ruthless foe to save his friend. Introducing the Detective Luke Steele series, Chasing Keys blends small-town charm with world-class suspense, perfect for fans of C.J. Box, Ace Atkins, and James Lee Burke.