Borderland Passion (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781837944422)

In the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, Anna Cruz has known loss and hardship at the hands of ruthless drug cartels. Anna's journey begins at the Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, where she faces challenges and scrutiny due to her unconventional approach and personal motivation. After graduating and returning home to Hidalgo, Anna's first assignment with the McAllen station sets her on a collision course with the very forces she seeks to combat. Colonel Richard Raez recognizes Anna's potential and recruits her for a special assignment aimed at disrupting cartel operations. Anna's determination to make a difference leads her to confront Salvatore Pena, a powerful cartel figure linked to her family's tragedies. Her father and three brothers have all fallen victim to the violence that plagues their community. Despite her mother's fears and pleas for caution, Anna sees joining the Border Patrol as her chance to confront the criminals responsible for her family's pain. As Anna delves deeper into her role, she confronts moral dilemmas and personal demons, balancing her thirst for justice with the realities of borderland warfare. Her journey unfolds against a backdrop of clandestine drug trafficking, escalating violence, and the complex web of relationships and betrayals that define life in the borderlands. Will Anna's quest for justice lead her to redemption or destruction in this gripping tale of courage and resilience?