With grit and wit, Mark gives the reader a glimpse of the drama, conflicts and chaos that befalls a small town police force. His co-workers are a collection of professional cops, has-beens, slackers, and tricksters, and although names have been changed, the stories are true. Mark realizes he is living in a complex, ever-changing world, where personal values, ethics, and friendships weigh in the balance. He needs an anchor and finds faith in god, later becoming a pastor.