Blackmail, secrets, and a victim willing to kill to hide the truth.
When a popular renaissance fair comes to Forks, WA, police chief Brandon Mattson worries about increased patrols and droves of rowdy tourists. But just a few days into the month-long event, he learns the festival attracts more than aspiring knights and ladies-in-waiting.
When the fair’s infamous jester is found brutally murdered in his motorhome, it is up to Brandon and his team to catch the killer. But the list of those who wanted the jester dead keeps growing—thanks to a long history of assault, sexual harassment, and blackmail.
As the investigation unfolds, a visit from Brandon’s ex-wife lasts longer than expected, giving Brandon and Tori a chance to work the case together—at the risk of rekindling their romance.
Brandon and his team soon learn that many of the fair’s cast members have long-held secrets.
When the murderer targets Brandon through a series of cryptic messages, they make it clear they are willing to kill again to keep him from the truth.
PRAISE FOR BRANDON MATTSON SERIES
“Twists and turns to keep you guessing.”
“Small-town intrigue at its best.”
“Interesting, entertaining, well-written. I hope there are more to come in this series.”
“Great clues, good characters and interesting relationships. There is a complexity to the story, a weaving of personal issues, town issues and the mystery that kept me engaged and curious.”
“When you think you figured it out something happens and you are lost again.”