The Burden of Evidence

By: Buddy Howard

Narrated by: Brian Pederson, Brian Dives

Paul Nelms's quiet life is thrown into turmoil when his wife, Katherine, returns home late one night shattered and barely able to speak. What she reveals will test the limits of Paul's love, his faith in justice, and his belief in what it means to be a protector.

When Katherine refuses to involve the police, Paul is left to navigate a world of unanswered questions and unbearable rage. As he begins to dig deeper, his search for the truth spirals into obsession—and a dangerous confrontation that could cost him everything.

The Burden of Evidence is a twist-filled domestic thriller that blends psychological suspense with courtroom drama. Set against the backdrop of Detroit, it's a haunting exploration of trauma, silence, and the dark corners of morality. It's the perfect choice for listeners who crave morally complex characters, high-stakes tension, and slow-burning revelations that leave a lasting impact.

In the end, Paul must decide: when justice fails, how far will he go to make things right?

©2025 Buddy Howard (P)2025 Buddy Howard

The book kept me on edge. Couldn’t wait to see what would happen next.

Phil’s inability to deal with issues early on but finally when he confessed everything the stress subsided.