On the brink of closing a high-profile terrorism investigation, DI Leon Peterson and his team are pulled off to investigate a cold case, a body found on a site for a new airport hotel. He knows this is political posturing, but it doesn’t make it easier to accept watching another DI muscle in on his team’s work.
For Leon, though, the decades-old cold case is closer to home in multiple ways. His DS, Jasmine Todd, can’t understand his interest in the dead man, and Leon is unsure if he wants to talk about his past. One thing he fears is that he may have a very personal connection to the deceased. Will the body finally give him the answers he’s waited for nearly forty years?
Even as some shocking revelations come to light, Leon can’t help being distracted by the terrorism case. He’s convinced the new DI in charge is chasing the wrong lead, and his conscience won’t let him leave it alone. No matter if it risks his career—and his life.
If you’re a fan of engaging murder mysteries and m/m romance, then Murder Under Construction is a must-read. This captivating novel, the first in the Detective Leon Peterson series, intertwines thrilling suspense with multifaceted characters, making for an unforgettable reading experience.
In this gripping tale, we follow Detective Leon Peterson as he navigates a web of complexities. Leon is not just solving a case but dealing with personal turmoil. His boss has a disdain for him, his mother is gravely ill, and lingering questions about his father’s disappearance plague his mind. Balancing professional and personal challenges, Leon is determined to uncover the truth behind two chilling murders while simultaneously juggling a case linked to potential terrorist bombings.
Leon is accompanied by his insightful sidekick, Jasmine, whose dynamic adds depth to the narrative. Together, they face the daunting task of investigating a cold case that hints at a murder, only to be drawn into the chaos of a fresh homicide. This layer of suspense keeps readers on edge, continuously guessing the outcomes of both cases. The well-constructed characters enrich the plot, making every interaction engaging. With its emotional stakes and intricate plot twists, Murder Under Construction is a remarkable novel that entices mystery and M/M romance lovers alike.
About the Author(s)
Alex Henry is the pen name of three authors who together, have over forty years of experience writing crime and romance novels.
JL Merrow is the author of the Plumber’s Mate Mystery series; find her on her website and Facebook.
Ripley Hayes lives in West Wales, a small town surrounded by green hills and ancient woodlands. She didn’t take up writing fiction until she retired from a long career as a university lecturer and housing researcher. Since then, she has done little else, to the despair of her friends. Her books are the kinds of books she likes to read: mysteries with wickedness but not too much blood, and romance with real people who make mistakes, all set in interesting places.
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