A powerful man with blood on his balance sheet. A nation enslaved by corruption. A forensic accounting investigator seeking redemption at any cost.
Fifteen years after a mistake shattered his conscience and changed the course of his life, Sam Halloran has reached the top—now a partner at one of the world’s largest accounting firms and among the best at uncovering corporate fraud. Yet no success comes clean. Guilt shadows every victory.
Now Sam faces a new nemesis in Javier Mendoza—a ruthless industrialist whose empire is built on fear, exploitation, and murder. With government officials bought and witnesses silenced, Mendoza controls everything—and everyone—in his orbit.
When one of Sam’s top investigators is drawn into Mendoza’s grip, the investigation turns personal. As the line between justice and vengeance begins to blur, Sam risks everything to confront a man few dare to challenge—knowing that the truth may exact a cost even he cannot afford.
Inspired by a true investigation, One Honest Soul is a gripping financial thriller about courage, corruption, and the high price of redemption.
Fans of John Grisham and Joseph Finder—and readers drawn to financial thrillers in the tradition of The Big Short—will be riveted by the twists they never saw coming.
About the Sam Halloran Thriller Series
Each novel in the Sam Halloran Thriller Series stands on its own. While Sunday Night Fears explores how Sam Halloran’s past shaped the man he becomes, later books like One Honest Soul plunge directly into active financial fraud investigations. New readers can start with this book—or anywhere in the series.
Available in paperback, Kindle, hardback, and audiobook formats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One Honest Soul about?
One Honest Soul is Book 2 of the Sam Halloran thriller series. Set fifteen years after Sunday Night Fears, it follows a seasoned Sam Halloran – now a partner at one of the world’s largest accounting firms – as he investigates Javier Mendoza, a ruthless industrialist whose empire is built on fear, exploitation, and murder. When one of Sam’s top investigators is drawn into Mendoza’s grip, the case turns personal. As the line between justice and vengeance blurs, Sam risks everything to confront a man few dare to challenge. Inspired by a true investigation, it is a gripping thriller about courage, corruption, and the high price of redemption.
Is One Honest Soul based on a true story?
Yes. One Honest Soul is inspired by a real fraud investigation from Tom Golden’s career. The novel draws on actual cases involving corporate corruption and financial crime from Golden’s 30+ years as a forensic accounting partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers. While the characters and specific story are fictional, the investigative techniques, dynamics, and ethical dilemmas are rooted in real experience.
Can I read One Honest Soul without reading Book 1 first?
Yes. One Honest Soul stands completely on its own and delivers a full, satisfying story whether or not you have read Sunday Night Fears. It jumps directly into an active high-stakes investigation and introduces you to a seasoned Sam Halloran already at the peak of his career. Reading Sunday Night Fears first will give you the full character backstory, but it is not required to enjoy One Honest Soul.
What formats is One Honest Soul available in?
One Honest Soul is available in paperback, hardback, Kindle ebook, and audiobook formats. It can be purchased on Amazon and through major book retailers.
Who is the author of One Honest Soul?
Tom Golden, CFE, is a former PwC forensics partner with 30+ years in forensic accounting, lead author of the Wiley textbook A Guide to Forensic Accounting Investigation, and creator of the Sam Halloran Thriller Series.
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