Salt Island

E&A Investigations Thriller Series, Book 2

At the request of an old college chum, former CIA operative and private investigator Mari Ellwyn investigates the blackmailing of a CEO amid a high-profile IPO deal and a motivated witness determined to expose him for corruption and fraud. Mari’s new partner, Derek Abernathy, tries to help uncover the truth behind the accidental death of two farm workers in the Central Valley, only to discover that they weren’t accidental, and they’re connected to a seamy underworld of illegal drug manufacturing and toxic chemical dumping. Lured by compassion and ties to their former lives, Ellwyn and Abernathy leverage their collective experience in the biggest challenge of their lives—bringing justice and staying alive in the process.

©2023 Lisa Towles (P)2023 Lisa Towles

Sharp Wit and Tight Suspense

This series has swiftly captured my attention, compelling me to devour both books within mere days. The author’s skillful command of language is evident; as an avid reader, I find myself eager to revisit the audio, to immerse once more in the perfectly placed prose that resonates with profound effect. The characters are remarkable and the storytelling is enthralling. While I wished for more distinction in the male characters' voices, the narrator nonetheless succeeded in holding my unwavering interest.