Lovely Pines

When a break-in occurs at Ariel Gondas Winery, the Lovely Pines, the police assume it is a harmless prank, but Ariel knows something is wrong. He hires Private Investigator BJ Vinson to investigate, and they discover a tangled web of secrets involving the US military, a mistaken identity, a family fortune in dispute, and a secret baby. As the body count rises and a child is in danger, BJ must use all his skills to survive and solve the case before it goes unsolved.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 254 pages
Publication date: 28 August 2018
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press

A mysterious incident unfolds at Ariel Gondas winery, the Lovely Pines, when it is burglarized, leading the police to dismiss it as a mere prank due to the absence of any stolen items. However, Ariel, driven by a nagging sense of unease, seeks the assistance of Private Investigator BJ Vinson. As BJ delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a sinister reality that goes far beyond a mere prank. A vineyard worker, who appears to be more than meets the eye, is tragically murdered, leaving a trail of suspects in their wake. However, the question remains: are these two crimes connected? BJ and his partner, Paul Barton, embark on a thrilling journey, tracing the clues from the picturesque wine country of central New Mexico to the bustling cities of Las Cruces and Carlsbad. Along the way, they unravel a complex web of secrets, including the involvement of US military personnel, a mistaken identity, a disputed family fortune, and even the existence of a secret baby. As the body count rises and the danger to a child becomes apparent, BJ realizes that he must employ all his skills and expertise to solve this case before it is too late. With a deadly sniper on the loose and sabotage attempts thwarting their every move, BJ knows that someone is determined to keep this mystery unsolved. In a race against time, he must navigate through a web of lies and deceit, using his intuition and sharp wit to unravel the truth and bring justice to the victims. The stakes have never been higher, and BJ is prepared to do whatever it takes to survive and solve the case that has captivated the nation.

Weight: 358g
Dimension: 152 x 227 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781641081207