Annette Dashofy is a USA Today bestselling author whose mysteries are steeped in the atmosphere of rural Pennsylvania. Having grown up surrounded by farms and animals, her work often captures the unique rhythms and challenges of country life. She is celebrated for her Zoe Chambers mystery series, which has garnered multiple Agatha Award finalist nominations, highlighting her skill in crafting compelling suspense. Dashofy's writing is known for its engaging narrative and immersive quality.
From USA Today bestselling author, Annette Dashofy, comes the start of a brand new crime series set on the shores of Lake Erie, Pennsylvania. For fans of Ann Cleeves, Louise Penny and Elly Griffiths.
The story follows paramedic and deputy coroner Zoe Chambers as she investigates a shooting involving her friend Horace Pavelka, who has shot a longtime bully in self-defense. With no charges filed, the situation escalates when another of Horace's tormentors is found dead in his kitchen, raising suspicions about his innocence. As Police Chief Pete Adams delves deeper, the mystery unfolds, particularly when Horace and his girlfriend go into hiding, complicating the case further.
The story delves into the complexities of a murder case that resurfaces when a conviction is overturned. Chief Pete Adams and County Detective Wayne Baronick must revisit the investigation, leading Pete to grapple with doubts about the original suspect's guilt and his own past investigative decisions. This journey challenges his confidence and forces him to confront the evolving nature of justice and truth in law enforcement.