Meehan’s latest legal thriller explores the haunting underbelly of central Florida through the lens of fact-based fiction.
With a sharp legal mind and the soul of a storyteller, acclaimed author and former judge Maureen Anne Meehan returns with “Highway to Justice,” a gripping new novel that blurs the line between true crime and fiction. Set in the often-overlooked heart of Florida, the book exposes a region marred by beauty and brutality, where rolling pastures meet rising crime rates, and justice is anything but assured.
The setting is Ocala, Florida—a city better known for its scenic horse farms and equestrian prestige than for its darker realities. But beneath the pastoral charm lies a staggering truth: Ocala’s violent crime rate significantly exceeds the national average, making it an unexpected but fitting backdrop for Meehan’s newest legal thriller.
Inspired by the region’s unsettling history, including the crimes of Aileen Wuornos, one of America’s most notorious female serial killers, the book “Highway to Justice” follows Mary MacIntosh as she unravels a web of chilling connections between historic murders and modern-day corruption. This gripping story compels readers to confront the true cost of justice in a system riddled with flaws and contradictions.
Maureen Anne Meehan is no stranger to those shadows. Before she became a bestselling author, she served as a judge—an experience that lends unparalleled authenticity to her writing. Originally from Sheridan, Wyoming, Meehan channels her experiences in law and trauma into narratives that resonate with moral complexity and emotional depth.
Her Mary MacIntosh mystery series has earned national acclaim and a loyal readership, with features in The New York Times Magazine and accolades for her ability to weave suspense with social insight.
Now based in Southern California, Maureen Anne Meehan balances her literary career with rescue work for abandoned animals and quality time with her four grown children. With “Highway to Justice,” Meehan adds another powerful entry to her growing body of work.
Equal parts investigative drama and psychological thriller, the novel is fast becoming a must-read for fans of thought-provoking crime fiction. Grab a copy of “Highway to Justice” now on Amazon and you may also visit Maureen Anne Meehan’s official website at https://maureenannemeehan.com/.