Sunset Swing

In 1967 Los Angeles, a young nurse named Kerry Gaudet travels to the City of Angels to find her missing brother, while a retired Private Investigator named Ida Young is dragged into helping the police when a young woman is discovered murdered in her motel room. Meanwhile, a mob fixer named Dante Sanfelippo has put his life savings into purchasing a winery in Napa Valley but must do one final favor for the Mob before leaving town. Ida's investigations uncover mysterious clues to the killer's identity, and Dante must tread a dangerous path to pay his dues, which will throw him headlong into a terrifying conspiracy and a secret that the conspirators will do anything to protect.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 560 pages
Publication date: 04 August 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

In the heart of Los Angeles, on a chilly Christmas night in 1967, a sinister presence lurked in the shadows. A young nurse named Kerry Gaudet, driven by fear and desperation, embarked on a mission to find her missing brother, fearing the worst had befallen him. The city was gripped by terror as a serial killer roamed the streets, picking victims at random, leaving a trail of fear and uncertainty in his wake.

Kerry, with limited leads and a growing sense of urgency, turned to Ida Young, a recently retired Private Investigator, for help. Ida, who had never met the victim, found herself drawn into the investigation when her name surfaced at the crime scene. The LAPD was eager to understand why she was connected to the murder, and Ida, determined to unravel the mystery, agreed to assist them.

Meanwhile, mob fixer Dante Sanfelippo found himself in a precarious situation. He had invested his life savings into purchasing a winery in Napa Valley, but before leaving town, he had one final favor to fulfill for the Mob. He needed to locate a bail jumper before the bond money fell due, and time was running out.

As Ida's investigations deepened, she uncovered mysterious clues that pointed towards the killer's identity. In a twist of fate, Louis Armstrong, Ida's friend, arrived in the city just as the truth began to unravel. Together, they followed a trail of breadcrumbs that led them to a terrifying conspiracy and a secret that the conspirators.

As Dante navigated the dangerous path to pay his dues, he found himself caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal. The conspirators were willing to do anything to protect their secrets, and Dante's life was in danger. He had to confront his own demons and make difficult choices to survive and expose the truth.

In the end, Ida and Louis were able to piece together the puzzle and bring the killer to justice. The city of Los Angeles breathed a sigh of relief, and Dante, though scarred by his experiences, emerged stronger and more determined. Sunset Swing, Ray Celestin's captivating novel, completed his American crime quartet, offering a stunning portrayal of a city on the edge.

Through its intricate plot, compelling characters, and atmospheric setting, Sunset Swing transported readers to a world of conspiracy, murder, and madness. It was a unforgettable portrait of a city that was teetering on the brink of chaos, and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Weight: 318g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509838981