Guy Lockard

When his young son is viciously murdered by a classmate, a grieving father with a history of violence kidnaps the child responsible, igniting a frenzied manhunt fueled by a powerful politician -- the father of the kidnapped boy.

The story of Gloria Carter in her youth, raising her children while coming to terms with her sexuality.

Some people collect stamps. Some people collect coins. Some people collect art. However, Jerome collects words after he discovers that words have the power to connect, transform, and empower.