The Truth Behind the Canvas — Craig Simpson

Max Worthington's life is falling apart. His writing career has stalled, debt is suffocating him, and desperation is creeping in. But just when he thinks it can't get worse, he's pulled into a dangerous game he never wanted to play.It starts with the theft of a centuries-old masterpiece from an Atlanta estate-a painting that hides dark secrets tied to Max's own family. As Max struggles to uncover his family's hidden past, his sharp-witted detective friend pieces together a conspiracy involving a ruthless tycoon, David Hollister, who has a personal vendetta that could destroy everything Max holds dear.At the center of this web is a mysterious woman whose role in the heist blurs the lines of trust. The deeper Max digs, the more he discovers betrayal, deception, and a forgotten feud that now threatens his very life.With time running out, an unlikely ally emerges, but their dark past could either be Max's salvation or his doom. Racing against deadly forces, Max must unravel a legacy of lies before it consumes him