Software engineer/computer hacker Tucker is working to put his life back on track after the murder of his wife. However, the clear picture of who he is vanishes when he learns that his deceased father had a second family he preferred more than his first.

When a dead man looking exactly like Tucker's dad is found murdered outside Tucker's home, a chain of events is set in motion that will have far-reaching ramifications. In a matter of a few days, a second, then a third follow that first murder. As Tucker searches for answers, he uncovers schemes of espionage and long-lost relatives with mob connections as he becomes doubtful of who he can trust. Tucker's struggle to figure out who is behind the murders and how everything connects to him brings him close to his own demise.

CORRUPTED MEMORY by Ray Daniel is an intricate mystery with just enough red herrings to keep one guessing until the revealing finish. Characterization and setting is realistic as the plot progresses with lots of interesting twists and turns. Tucker is a bit rough around the edges, but he is well intentioned. It will be interesting to see what he has to deal with next.