From the award-winning literary criminologist
and bestselling crime novelist R. Barri Flowers, author of the acclaimed Dean Drake hardboiled mystery,
Dead in the Rose City, comes the much-anticipated
sequel, Alive in the Rose City.
Dean Jeremy Drake, a six-five Jamaican-Italian American private eye, nicknamed D.J., is once
again up to his neck in danger, deception, and murder, as he works three different
cases in Portland, Oregon, in the mid-1990s.
The former Police Bureau homicide detective reluctantly agrees to
be the bodyguard for a gorgeous lady named Bailey Carlyle, who claims to be on the run from her abusive boyfriend.
When the boyfriend turns up dead and is identified as running a high-end call
girl operation, the authorities point the finger at Bailey as a leading suspect
in his murder, labeling as a jealous and vindictive prostitute. As he is
seemingly her alibi, Drake works to prove Bailey’s innocence or guilt, possibly
to his own detriment.
He also looks into the alleged suicide of former gang member, Liam
Henriquez, on behalf of his grief-stricken grandmother, who insists he would
never have taken his own life. The police think otherwise, attributing the
death to pressures from competing gangs.
Lastly, Drake searches for a missing coed, Olivia McNamara,
presumed dead by the police after disappearing without a trace more than a
month ago. Only her father believes she is still alive and hires Drake to try
and prove it.
Packing a .40 caliber Glock, along with sharp detective skills,
raw nerve, and gut instincts, Drake follows the clues wherever they may lead
with a never quit attitude, in spite of the obstacles and peril that he faces,
the closer he gets to solving the cases.
For fans of Dead in the Rose City, PI Dean Drake will be equally entertaining
and in character in Alive in the Rose
City.
Bonus material includes a complete mystery
thriller short story, “The Wrong End of a Gun,” by R. Barri Flowers, and
excerpts from the author’s bestselling mystery and thriller novels, Dead in
Kihei, Deadly Defense, Killer in the Woods, and Justice Served.
"An interesting blend of
classic film noir and rough, modern black cinema…. Quick action and tight
dialogue make it a jolting thriller, but it's also got the psychological
tightness of a good mystery puzzle." -- Robert A. Sloan, mystery author on
Dead in the Rose City
"Murder on Kaanapali Beach is among the
best of his tales. This one deserves to be at the top of your must read
list." — John Lutz, Edgar winning, bestselling mystery author
"A
fine procedural along with appealing characters and great local color." —
Bill Crider, Edgar winner and crime writer on Murder on Kaanapali Beach
"A
masterful thriller set in the dark underbelly of Maui, with lots of fine
action, down and dirty characters, and the vivid details of police procedure. A
terrific read!" — Douglas Preston, bestselling author on Murder in Maui
"R.
Barri Flowers writes with the passion and knowledge of someone who truly knows
his craft. A steamy, non-stop thrill-ride through the seamy underbelly of
Hawaii." — Allison Leotta, former federal prosecutor and author on Murder in Maui
"An
exquisitely rich and masterfully constructed mystery... A savvy, smooth, and
sumptuous read that's as hot as Waikiki beach sand." — Jon Land,
bestselling author on Murder in Honolulu
"Infidelity
and murder in paradise lead to a one of a kind case for PI Skye McKenzie
Delaney, and an enjoyable ride for the reader. Definitely put this one on your
list." — John Lutz, Edgar winner and bestselling author on Murder in Honolulu
"Murder in Honolulu, is a gripping tale
of crime and investigation, set in a vivid, gritty island underworld. It is
filled with excitement, a sense of place, and memorable characters. Highly
recommended!" — Douglas Preston, New York Times bestselling author
“State’s
Evidence is a mixture of murder, mystery, madness and mayhem. The story was
well-written and believable, and at times erotic. Flowers inflicted the
characters with human flaws, among them the desire for love and revenge.” -- RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
“An
A+ suspense/mystery with a touch of heartfelt romance.... Is not just simply
compelling, it also activates reader’s consciousness.... Powerful legal
suspense is riveting.” -- Fresh Fiction
on Justice Served
“Justice Served is a model of crime
fiction .... Flowers may be a new voice in modern mystery writing, but he is
already one of its best voices.” -- Statesman
Journal
“A story that keeps you on
the edge of your seat .... A page turning story I couldn’t put down.” -- Romance Junkies on Persuasive Evidence
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