Sulfur Springs by William Kent Krueger

Set against the sweltering backdrop of the Arizona desert, this gripping mystery follows Cork O'Connor as he embarks on a perilous journey to find his missing son-in-law, Peter. When a cryptic voicemail from Peter hints at danger, Cork and his wife, Rainy, are drawn into a web of secrets and deceit that stretches across the border into Mexico. As they delve deeper into the harsh realities of drug cartels and human trafficking, they must confront their own pasts and the lengths they will go to protect their family. The narrative weaves suspense with themes of redemption and the enduring power of love.