They Sold Her Story. Zachary Goldman Mysteries, #21

A private investigator mystery with psychological suspense, an undercover investigation, and deadly institutional secretsKaren was getting better. Then she vanished. When Erika's sister disappears from Turning Trail Recovery Center, the staff insist there is a simple explanation. Erika knows better. Karen's last messages hinted that something was very wrong inside the exclusive rehab facility, and now no one will tell the truth.
Private investigator Zachary Goldman knows what addiction can do to a family. His own brother's struggle has shown him how fragile recovery is, how precious hope can be, and how easily both can be exploited. But every question he asks about Karen's disappearance leads to another locked door. So Zachary does the unthinkable: he checks himself in. Behind Turning Trail's polished facade, he finds vulnerable patients, mounting lies, and a system built to profit from the people who need help most.
The deeper he goes, the clearer it becomes that Karen's disappearance is only part of something much darker. If Zachary wants to find her, he will have to expose the truth from the inside before the facility destroys more lives, including his own. They Sold Her Story is a gripping private investigator mystery with psychological suspense, high personal stakes, and an undercover case that cuts dangerously close to home. Perfect for readers who love:.
Private investigator mysteries with sharp emotional stakes. Undercover investigations inside dangerous institutions. Psychological suspense with a deeply personal edge. Institutional corruption mysteries where trusted systems hide deadly secrets. Addiction recovery themes handled with sensitivity and authenticity. Neurodivergent protagonists who bring a distinct perspective to the case. Standalone mysteries in a long-running series you can dive into anywhere Book 21 in the Zachary Goldman Mysteries series.
Can be read as a standalone.