Listen "Chapter Break with Patrick O'Donnell"
Episode Synopsis
Bio:This Chapter Break episode features Patrick O’Donnell and his latest publicationThe Good Collar: A Michael Quinn Vigilante Justice ThrillerPatrick O’Donnell, a retired City of Milwaukee police sergeant with 25 years of street experience, where he supervised various special units and investigated major felonies. He’s the author of ten books, including his upcoming thriller, The Good Collar. He hosts the popular Cops and Writers Podcast and runs a 7,500-member Facebook group for crime writers. He has also hosted true crime television documentaries and has consulted with crime writers for their books and screenplays. O’Donnell lives in Wisconsin where he enjoys working out, riding his Harley, and spending time with family.Synopsis:What would you do if you lost the one you loved the most? How far would you go to quench your thirst for vengeance? Sergeant Michael Quinn's life is turned upside down when his pregnant wife, Maggie, is brutally murdered. Struggling with grief, alcohol abuse, and a thirst for vengeance, Quinn is on the brink of being fired when he's unexpectedly appointed as the police chaplain. Under the mentorship of the current revered Police Chaplain George Thomas, who harbors a dark secret as a serial killer, Quinn embarks on a journey of vigilantism, targeting criminals who escape justice. His ultimate goal is to hunt down the men responsible for Maggie's death. As Quinn delves deeper into this dual life, he must confront his own morality and the true cost of vengeance.LINKS:copsandwriters.com
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