Shadows of Death / Bonus The Auction House

The AUCTION HOUSE

Can Mario bend the rules enough to solve this case?

Detective Mario DeLuca never thought he would hear again from his ex-fiancée, Kate Fontenot. But when she asks for his help with an urgent matter, he can't turn her away. Together with Detective Howard Blitz, they are assigned to investigate a case at Rockford Auction House. As they dig deeper, they realize they are being watched by multiple agencies and a dangerous criminal organization involved in human trafficking.

Howard, who is believed to be an assassin, may hold crucial information that could solve the case. However, obtaining it would require breaking police protocol and taking a huge risk. Will Mario go against the rules to crack this case? Or will his time as New Orleans' top detective end?

Set in the colorful and vibrant city of New Orleans, readers will be taken on a thrilling journey through its streets and waterways as the detectives work to solve the mystery.

SHADOWS of DEATH

Is trust possible in a world where betrayal is widespread, and death is the ultimate outcome.

After years of chasing Otto Ricci, Detectives Mario DeLuca and Howard Blitz finally caught their target. They watched with satisfaction when Ricci was finally arrested.

Mario feels victorious as the defendant slowly crumbles in court. Summoned as a witness, he is more than eager to testify against the man responsible for so much crime on the streets of New Orleans.

But then, the unexpected happens. As the case begins, the judge announces his decision to recuse himself from the proceedings. It is no secret that money can sway even the most respectable lawyers and judges in a corrupt legal system. Now, notorious criminal Otto Ricci could walk free.

Howard is now the one who must intervene and piece together the complex puzzle of a kidnapping, a contract to kill, and a skilled sniper ready to take down his target.

"Shadows of Death" is packed with action, with ups and downs throughout this thrilling journey. Surprisingly, there is also a hint of romance brewing between two very unlikely individuals. Despite all the chaos, you'll still find the detectives enjoying their morning coffee at Café Beignet as they work together to solve crimes.