Out of the Red and into the Black

A Debt Is Paid

By: Shane Ahalt

Narrated by: Nick Steen

Unspeakable acts go on under our noses every single day. If you could do something about them, would you? How far would you go? Shane Ahalt's debut thriller will have you questioning your morality and your stance on vigilantism.

When Chris Caldwell, the chief of police of a small town, investigates the kidnapping of Tyler Creasy and the brutal and torturous murder of his parents, the investigation reveals dark secrets of the family. As the clues unravel and similar instances are discovered to have occurred over a period of more than 60 years, the question arises: Is this an isolated incident, or is there something more sinister in the works?

Chief Caldwell’s investigation turns up more than he bargained for as history seems to repeat itself. Will he solve these vicious and violent murders, or will they become cold cases? Will he discover what happened to Tyler? Find out in Shane Ahalt Sr.’s debut thriller, Out of the Red and into the Black.

What you will find...

This is a book about people seeking revenge on child sexual abusers and blends real-life events with fictional happenings. Going back to the 1800s a child is rescued from the real-life "Bloody Benders" where he was being sexually abused by those in his family. That child, Adam, is then raised by Native Americans and goes on to save another child as an adult and asks, in return, that the rescued child does the same. That tradition is passed down from generation to generation until you get to our present day where the book starts off with a child's rescue and the brutally tortuous murder of his parents. The book follows what happens to that child, Tyler, going forward while telling the story of his "family of rescuers" and follows the investigation through the eyes of Chief Caldwell. All with a number of twists and turns until the very last sentence.

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twisted

Loved it. Left me wanting a sequel. Couldn't put it down. Can't wait for the next.

"Dexter" Meets "The Professional" - Upgraded!

This book immediately pulled me into the story from the very first paragraph but DIDN'T let me go at the end! I want MORE! There's suspense, crime, vigilante justice, heart, emotion, and an unexpected, unconventional family! It's superbly written with exciting yet relatable characters. The descriptive text is so satisfying that I felt like a fly on the wall in every scene--as if I stowed away into the pages to secretly witness everything up close and personal. In the midst of all the action and literary logistics, Ahalt tackles a seriously heavy subject with delicate compassion while still guiding solid characters through this cinematic ride. Two thumbs WAY up!

Fabulous story and great listen !

The topic scared me a little at first but the author quickly grabs your attention and turns the focus to the well written back story and fantastic character development. The twists were just enough to keep me on the edge of my seat.

The narrator did a fantastic job. I am left wanting the sequel right now!

Absolutely Captivating!

This was my first audio book. I listened to the entire book in just two sittings. The plot was amazing, the action was intense and imo the characters were very well developed.

Justice is served!

If you have a quinch for justice this is the perfect book for you. It is well written and I enjoyed every moment. I hope there is a sequel to keep this story going.