A sharp legal thriller driven by ambition, betrayal, and a fearless female attorney navigating the dark side of big law. Victoria Rodessa is smart, driven, and fresh out of one of the nation's top law schools. When she joins the prestigious international firm Acker, Smith & McGowen-she's determined to break barriers and become the first woman to make partner. But behind the polished image lies a toxic web of deviant agendas. As Victoria uncovers buried secrets, manipulative partners, and a criminal financial scheme, her once-straight path to success turns treacherous. With only her intellect and grit to guide her, she must fight to expose the truth and survive the elite world determined to silence her. Perfect for fans of legal thrillers with character driven female protagonists, law firm suspense, and stories about corruption in high-powered workplaces. Fans of Grisham and Grafton will enjoy this series. Best Indie Book Runner Up Award from Shelf Unbound "Driven by an exceptionally strong female lead, the first entry in Katherine Smith Dedrick's V-files series is a winner." - Best Thrillers Staff "Deviant Agendas: A Victoria Rodessa Legal Thriller by Katherine Smith Dedrick is a complete stunner..." - Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite