In southeast Minnesota, a school board meeting is coming to an end. The chairman announces that the rest of the meeting will be closed to only a few—for personal issues. The remaining members vote on the fate of a local reporter. And it’s unanimous…

Kill him.

Meanwhile, Virgil Flowers is investigating a dognapping crime wave in a Mississippi River town when he gets a call from Lucas Davenport. A corpse has been found, and the victim is local reporter Clancy Conley. Virgil has no idea where this is all headed. All he knows for sure is that things are getting nasty in Buchanan County.

Deadline is a thrilling novel by John Sandford that is part of the Virgil Flowers series. This paperback book is perfect for fans of crime and mystery novels, and it features a gripping plot that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you're looking for a captivating read that will keep you entertained from start to finish, then Deadline is the perfect choice for you.