The Washashore : A Seaside Mystery Thriller

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nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - 'A thoroughly entertaining and suspenseful debut, from a writer to watch. The Washashore has action, terrific dialogue, and a charming cast of characters that will keep you hooked on this promising new series.' -William Landay, New York Times bestselling author of Defending Jacob'A main character with guts and heart, a warm love story-a smart, satisfying mystery read.' -Cheryl Richardson, #1 New York Times bestselling author'.a thoughtful, well-paced mystery that leans just as much on character and atmosphere as it does on plot. If you enjoy mysteries that are a little more reflective, with a strong sense of place and a detective who actually thinks things through, this is definitely one worth picking up.' -Seattle Book Review'A gripping, addictive page turner. Atmospheric, character-driven, and relentlessly suspenseful.' -Mary J. Cronin, international bestselling author, entrepreneur & podcaster'Mirabile's portrayal of Provincetown is textured and atmospheric, grounding the mystery in a vividly drawn community. Readers who enjoy character-driven crime fiction with a strong sense of place and careful attention to investigative detail will find much to appreciate in The Washashore.' -Readers' Favorite, 5 Stars¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'[A] clash of iconic American imagery perfectly launches the [Silas] Lopez series. Mirabile's debut mystery . establishes the detective as stoic, principled, and carrying the kind of damage that surfaces at inconvenient moments. [The] pacing is patient and relentless.' -BookLife by Publishers Weekly'Good crime writing should draw you right in, and.The Washashore.does just that, serving up a solid police procedural with some subtle coastal noir touches. My suggestion: give a copy of this fine piece of crime fiction to your friends and family who have lost faith in the system and need to know that community and justice are still defensible ideals and attainable goals' -Reader Views, 5 StarsA fatal late-night hit-and-run shatters the quiet of Provincetown, drawing interim police chief Silas Lopez into a case that appears straightforward-until the cracks begin to show. In a town where secrets wash ashore with every tide, nothing is ever as it seems.From windswept dunes and secretive cranberry farms to the gritty docks of New Bedford, Silas chases a trail of shifting lies-missing trucks, grainy night-vision photos, and a maze of half-truths-each step pulling him deeper into a game no one wants him to play. The deeper he digs, the more formidable the forces that rise to stop him.But Silas isn't one to back down. A fifteenth-generation ranch hand turned plain-spoken cop, he's fueled by grit, instinct, and a stubborn streak that won't quit. With a young department still finding its footing and a growing bond with fiery social worker Wren Bradford, Silas presses on as the tide of danger rises around them.What begins as a tragic accident investigation unravels into something far darker and more dangerous, forcing Silas to confront a threat that could cost him everything he holds dear.Perfect for fans of Michael Connelly, Archer Mayor, and William Kent Krueger, this first Silas Lopez Mystery blends small-town intrigue, windswept coast beauty, criminal noir, and relentless suspense into a gripping debut that will keep fans of mystery series turning pages long into the night. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9798899891151

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Christopher Mirabile, the middle child of a small-town librarian, has loved books all his life. A magna cum laude graduate in English from Colgate University and a Boston College-trained lawyer, he built a career as an attorney, executive, and startup investor. He co-authored six books on early-stage investing, wrote for Inc. Magazine, and served as Chair of the Angel Capital Association and the SEC's Investor Advisory Committee. Today, after decades in business and nonfiction, he has returned to his roots as a fiction writer. He lives in Provincetown, Massachusetts, with his wife, their three dogs, and visits from their two adult children.