Lying, Cheating, and Occasionally . . . Murder

In this mystery by the author of No Good Deed Left Undone, a West Virginia detective investigates a marriage that ended in murder, focusing on his wife, Charlotte, as the primary suspect. However, Detective Lagarde is not so sure and must dive deep into the unhappy couple's dirty laundry to identify the real killer. The novel is praised for its attention to detail and its blend of science and suspense.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 235 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2022
Publisher: Open Road Media

Detective Sam Lagarde, a skilled investigator from West Virginia, delves into the investigation of a tragic marriage that culminated in a murder. This captivating mystery is penned by the acclaimed author of "No Good Deed Left Undone."

Sam Lagarde, a meticulous detective, possesses an exceptional ability to solve murder cases. However, when it comes to his personal life, he finds himself uncertain about how he managed to find romance at his age. The grand puzzles that have always intrigued him have always revolved around the complexities of love and relationships.

In his latest case, the murder of Harold Munson, all the evidence points towards his wife, Charlotte, as the primary suspect. Apart from having the necessary means and motive, Charlotte appears unaffected by the news of her husband's demise. She prefers to dedicate her time to her groundbreaking cancer research, which has the potential to earn her a Nobel Prize, as well as cherishing quality moments with her young lover. Furthermore, when another body is discovered, Charlotte's guilt becomes increasingly apparent.

However, Detective Lagarde remains skeptical. To uncover the true culprit, he must delve into the tumultuous and scandalous affairs of the unhappy couple. This entails examining their dirty laundry, revealing the individuals who fail to emerge unscathed.

"A well-planned, well-conceived murder mystery," praises K.J. Simmill, the author of the Forgotten Legacies series. "There is so much attention to detail that you're not reading the story, you're living it."

Sherri Moorer, the author of the Tanger Falls mysteries, also adds her praise, stating, "A brilliant mystery that mixes science and suspense in just the right doses to keep you turning pages (and meeting interesting characters) until the end."

Dimension: 203 x 133 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781504077491