Broken Places: A gripping private investigator series

Cass Raines is a former cop turned private investigator who is hired to investigate a murder at a church. She soon discovers that the case is not as simple as it seems,and that there are many people who are willing to do anything to keep the truth from coming out.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2022
Publisher: Canelo

Cass Raines, a former police officer turned private investigator, is determined to catch a murderer. After taking a bullet in the line of duty, she quit the police force due to a cover-up for an incompetent colleague. Now, Cass is the head of a one-woman private investigation agency in Chicago. When her close friend Father Ray asks her to investigate a recent spate of vandalism at his church, she readily agrees. However, hours later, she is horrified to discover his murdered body in the church confessional, and another dead man nearby. The lead detective assigned to the case is quick to dismiss it as an interrupted burglary gone awry, but Cass's instincts tell her otherwise. She is determined to see justice done, no matter the cost.

The first in a series of compulsive crime novels, "Runner" introduces an unforgettable lead character, Cass Raines. Perfect for fans of Ian K. Smith, Sue Grafton, and the Cormoran Strike novels. Praise for Tracy Clark's writing has been widespread, with critics praising her sense of social justice and her ability to create a compelling protagonist. The New York Times praised "Runner" for its great characterization and a terrific new protagonist, while Booklist called it "unforgettable" and praised the distinctive, vividly written characters.

Cass Raines is a street-smart investigator with a strong sense of social justice. She operates in a world where survival is the benchmark, and pain remains in the aftermath. Despite her determination to catch the murderer, she is not a savior, as she knows that the consequences of her actions can be severe.

"Runner" is a promising debut novel that introduces a new and exciting protagonist to the crime fiction genre. Tracy Clark's writing is compelling, and her characters are well-developed and memorable. Readers will be eagerly anticipating the next installment in the Cass Raines Mystery series.

Weight: 252g
Dimension: 130 x 196 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800328112