What if the government drew a line through the Florida swamp—and everything on the other side suddenly changed?

Step into the real 1970s Florida history behind Marie Fletcher’s Permitted Ground.

Discover the story of the Everglades Jetport, the fight over Big Cypress, government land acquisition, conservation, private property, and the creation of Big Cypress National Preserve.

Then follow Detective Lena Carter into selected scenes from Permitted Ground, where an altered road, a suspicious government permit, hidden evidence, contaminated water, and one dead surveyor lead her toward a mystery buried beneath official paperwork.

Part Florida history. Part Old Florida noir. Part Lena Carter mystery.

For readers who enjoy Everglades history, true-crime atmosphere, hidden clues, environmental suspense, and strong female detectives.

"The Real Florida Behind Permitted Ground"

by Marie Fletcher