Above Suspicion

Young and ambitious FBI agent Mark Putnam graduates from the academy and receives his first assignment in the troubled mining town of Pikeville, Kentucky. This marks a critical moment for him as it represents his opportunity to prove himself in the FBI.

While settling into his new role, Mark meets Susan Smith, a single mother in financial distress. Their initial relationship as informant and agent quickly begins to evolve as they spend more time together, leading to a complicated emotional connection.

Susan, coping with the aftermath of her divorce from Cash, gets entangled in the local drug scene. She and her brother Bones organize drug-fueled parties as a means to support themselves, highlighting the desperation in her situation.

During a confrontation that escalates into violence, Mark and Sheriff Randy McCoy conduct a raid on Susan's home. They uncover a hidden stash of drugs, which intensifies the already complicated dynamics between Mark, Susan, and their respective lives.

As their relationship deepens, Mark works hard to gain Susan's trust, offering compensation for insider information about a local bank robbery. This collaboration not only strengthens their bond but also brings excitement and danger into their lives.

With the increased success of their operation, jealousy creeps in as another informant, Denver Rhodes, enters the picture. Mark becomes fully consumed by the case, leaving Susan feeling neglected and suspicious about his feelings for her.

Cash discovers Susan's ongoing affair with Mark, leading to a violent confrontation. In the midst of this chaos, Susan turns to Kathy, Mark's wife, creating a web of betrayal that significantly complicates their lives.

After a series of intense events, including a misguided FBI raid, Susan makes the difficult decision to seek help from Bob Singer, marking a crucial turning point in her life. This decision not only affects her but also has significant ramifications for Mark.

In an emotionally charged moment, Susan reveals to Mark that she is pregnant. This announcement escalates the stakes dramatically, forcing both characters to confront their feelings and the impending consequences of their actions.

The story reaches a climax as Mark confesses to Kathy about his affair with Susan. The ramifications of his choices become evident, leading to a tragic conclusion that shakes the foundations of their lives and impacts the entire community.

As the fallout from the emotional upheaval settles, Mark finds himself facing serious legal consequences for his actions. This imprisonment not only affects him but also reverberates through the lives of those around him, causing deep emotional scars.

In the aftermath of the chaos, the characters are forced to reevaluate their understandings of loyalty, love, and the consequences of their choices. The events leave a lasting impact on their lives, enriching the narrative with complexity and emotional depth.