Waco, Texas, 1894. Catfish Calloway has never forgiven himself. Rattled by a courtroom failure, the old warhorse trial lawyer worries he's lost his touch. But when his long-time friend fears his own boy might meet a similar fate, Catfish vows to get an acquittal.

With a short list of suspects and little hard evidence, Calloway realizes he's the only one who believes his client. And with powerful city leaders eager to make an example of the accused, he's terrified he'll let his friend down, and the boy will swing.

Can Calloway uncover the truth in time to prevent the gallows from claiming another poor soul?

The Sporting House Killing is the first book in the gripping Catfish Calloway for the Defense legal thriller series. If you like courtroom drama, captivating characters, and rich historical backdrops, then you'll love G. Reading Powell's tale.