Short Straw

Santa Fe attorney Ed Eagle awakens on his fiftieth birthday expecting to celebrate the opening of his prestigious new law practice, only to discover that his personal life has exploded into a legal nightmare of epic proportions. The accomplished trial lawyer suddenly finds himself on the wrong side of circumstances that would challenge even his most desperate clients. As Eagle scrambles to protect his reputation, his substantial wealth, and his professional standing, he assembles an unlikely team of allies including private investigators and a former IRS agent. Their pursuit leads them across the American Southwest and deep into Mexican territory, where Eagle faces off against a cunning adversary who threatens everything he has built.

Michael Kramer's authoritative narration captures both the sophisticated legal maneuvering and the high-stakes tension that drive this thriller forward. His steady, measured delivery mirrors Eagle's methodical approach to solving problems while building suspense through carefully controlled pacing. Kramer navigates the story's southwestern settings with authentic regional flavor, bringing depth to Woods's vivid descriptions of Santa Fe's legal world and the dangerous border territories. The audio format enhances the novel's intricate plotting, allowing listeners to absorb the complex web of deceptions and strategic moves that define Eagle's fight for survival.