Christopher Mirabile: The Washashore, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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"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 Timesbestselling author

"A gripping, addictive page turner. Atmospheric, character-driven, and relentlessly suspenseful."-Mary J. Cronin, international best-selling 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

"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 Stars

A 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.