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“Daddy… can’t we come with you when you leave this time?” When Michelle asked to be taken away from her abusive mother, she never expected to lose everyone she loved in the process. They said they would keep her and Kenny together. Her daddy said he would be back. And she never even got to say good-bye to Marcie. All too soon, they were trying to reunite her with her mother, and Michelle is forced to take to the streets, seeking safety in the gang life. Michelle is third in the Ruby, Between the Cracks series, a winner of the Top Ten Best Books for Teens 2015. A heartbreaking story....

A Chilling Death When a woman plunges through the ice into dark, murky waters, everyone assumes it was a tragic accident. Detective Margie “Parks Pat” Patenaude isn’t so sure. Something about Julia’s death doesn’t add up—and as Christmas approaches, Parks is determined to uncover the final clue that will reveal a killer with ice in his veins. What begins as a winter tragedy soon spirals into a chilling mystery that will push Parks to her limits, testing both her instincts and her resolve. Tropes You’ll Love: a suspicious winter accident, bone-chilling atmosphere, clever ...

Sitting on a Deadly Secret A body on a park bench looks peaceful—too peaceful. Detective Margie “Parks Pat” Patenaude quickly realizes the woman didn’t die there. She was posed. Now Margie must untangle the motive behind this chilling display and track down a killer who is sending a message. The deeper she digs, the closer the case cuts to home, testing both her investigative skills and her personal strength. Some secrets refuse to stay buried, and Margie will have to face them head-on before another life is lost. Tropes You’ll Love: a suspiciously staged crime scene, clever ...

Every case leaves its mark. This one could cut too close. When Detective Margie Patenaude is called to another homicide in Calgary’s parks, the details feel chillingly familiar. The crime scene echoes the Fish Creek murder—but as Margie digs deeper, the evidence points somewhere far more personal. Her instincts tell her this case may be connected to her own life. Could her family be in danger? Or is stress clouding her judgment? With her colleagues watching closely, Margie can’t afford to get this wrong. Time is running out, and each step closer to the truth puts Margie further up a ...

A Killer Bridge? Be careful what you wish for. City Hall wanted Samuel Keller’s death to be anything but another “accident” in Confederation Park. Too many tragedies had cast a shadow there already. But when Detective Margie “Parks Pat” Patenaude takes the case, she finds more than City Hall bargained for—evidence of murder. Sometimes an accident is just an accident. But sometimes it’s not. And Parks will have to sift through secrets, lies, and pressure from above to uncover the truth before the killer slips away. Tropes You’ll Love: suspicious “accident,” political ...

Death by Misadventure? It’s Parade Day, and Margie would have thought that any trouble would have centered around drinking and motor vehicles. Or being trampled by horses. Or clowns. But the latest homicide investigation is nowhere near the parade route, but on the outskirts of town. And the culprit appears to be a tiny boat. Why do so many deaths in parks involve water? Parks Pat must navigate her fear, follow the clues, and untangle a growing list of suspects before another tragedy strikes. Tropes You’ll Love: clever detective, small-town police procedural, watery mysteries, ...

A Chickpea Festival to Die For! Bald Eagle Falls is buzzing with excitement as it prepares for its inaugural "ChickPea Palooza, the World's Largest Festival Celebrating the Humble Chickpea." When a celebrated (and rather abrasive) vegan chef bites the dust, gluten-free baker Erin Price finds herself pulled into a murder investigation faster than you can say "aquafaba". When her own stolen truffle oil mysteriously appearing at the crime scene, Erin must sift through a cast of quirky competitors, suspicious sponsors, and one relentlessly ambitious food blogger to clear her name and uncover ...

From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman! A haunting mystery unfolds in the hushed corridors of a private psychiatric hospital. As Kenzie Kirsch delves into the mysterious death of a patient, she stumbles upon illicit human experiments preying on the most vulnerable. The exploitation of those seeking solace and healing is a chilling reality Kenzie cannot ignore. As Kenzie peels back the layers of this twisted conspiracy, she uncovers a startling revelation that strikes at the heart of her own family. Prepare to be enthralled by the intricate web of mystery and intrigue. Shattered to ...

A dash of danger, a sprinkle of suspense, and a whole lot of eclairs! In a town where secrets are as rich as the pastries, one woman must solve a chilling mystery before it's too late. In the picturesque town of Bald Eagle Falls, Erin Price runs Auntie Clem’s Bakery, where gluten-free delights and charming community vibes create the perfect recipe for happiness. But when a threatening cryptic letter lands on her counter, a chill falls over the town and Erin Price finds herself caught in a web of intrigue and suspense. As whispers of clairvoyance swirl around town like flour in the air, ...

In the picturesque town of Bald Eagle Falls, rich stories are woven as perfectly as a pie's golden lattice top and the alibis are just as fake as mock apple pie. Erin and Vic must cut deep to solve a string of mysterious disappearances. Welcome back to Bald Eagle Falls, where Erin Price is serving up more than delicious treats at Auntie Clem’s Bakery. This time, the recipe for disaster includes missing persons, clan warfare, and a mock apple pie that’s not as fake as the alibis flying around town! What’s on the Menu? A Missing Mother: Mary Lou Cox vanishes without a trace, leaving her...

Micah lived a quiet, comfortable life, her involvement in law enforcement limited to the composite pictures that she produced with her computer and colored pencils. But everything is turned upside down when she involves herself in the case of an infant found abandoned in the Sweetgrass Hills. With the help of her knowledge of DNA and law enforcement contacts across the country, Micah is closing in on a killer. But her investigation draws the killer’s attention, and she finds herself in the middle of an operation that could mean the end of her career — or worse, her life.

A Dam Violent Scene Detective Margie “Parks Pat” Patenaude is called to the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary—an idyllic natural refuge disturbed by a grisly discovery. A man lies dead near the water, his body seemingly a casualty of beaver activity. Beavers may be territorial, even dangerous, but something about this death doesn’t add up. Parks trusts her instincts, and they tell her this is no accident of nature. Beneath the peaceful surface of the sanctuary lies a much darker truth—and a killer who thinks they’ve hidden their crime. Tropes You’ll Love: suspicious “accident,” ...

Derailment of Justice Detective Margie “Parks Pat” Patenaude didn’t expect her walk with Stella to end at a crime scene. A homeless man’s body at the below-grade pedestrian crossing looks like a tragic accident—until the details stop making sense. The victim isn’t who he first appeared to be. And that’s only the beginning. The deeper Parks digs, the more she uncovers a web of deception, prejudice, and hidden truths. This case will test her instincts, her patience, and her resolve to see justice served. Tropes You’ll Love: suspicious “accident,” hidden identity, social ...

Death by Coyote? An accidental death in Nose Hill Park is always tragic—but Detective Margie “Parks Pat” Patenaude isn’t convinced this one is what it seems. The scene screams misfortune, a victim in the wrong place at the wrong time. But Parks has learned to trust her instincts… and her gut says this isn’t an accident. The deeper she digs, the more unsettling the answers become. What started as a tragic misadventure unravels into something far darker—proof that even in the wide-open beauty of Calgary’s parks, danger can stalk unseen. Tropes You’ll Love: suspicious “...

From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman! Something just doesn’t add up. Assistant Medical Examiner Kenzie Kirsch thinks that the deaths from Champlain House are linked by more than place. If she is right in her theory, the nursing homes, emergency rooms and the morgue are all going to be overwhelmed. Only she can’t get anyone to listen to her. The suggestion of a public health hazard may cause widespread panic, and it is a really bad time politically to be spreading gossip about an unknown contagion. The CDC needs proof. And Kenzie Kirsch needs to be silenced. One way or another...

From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman! Out of the frying pan and into the fire! Kenzie Kirsch needs a vacation from the dead bodies in the Medical Examiner’s Office, so she arranges for a Thanksgiving resort vacation. Who knew she would be dealing with more deaths there than if she had stayed at home? At first, she and partner Zachary Goldman assume that it is just a weird coincidence, but as the snow starts to pile up outside their doors, so do the bodies. Trapped with a killer, it’s up to Kenzie to gather what clues she can from the remains of her fellow holidayers. But the ...

From USA Today Bestselling Author, P.D. Workman! A killer is out there. A serial killer who appears to have a personal grudge against Kenzie Kirsch. The Assistant Medical Examiner has enough on her plate dealing with a personal crisis and doesn’t need the added challenge of FBI Agent Menendez’s unrealistic expectations and trying to identify the killer herself. As Christmas approaches, things are getting more and more complicated and it feels like everything is coming apart. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however ...

The only witness cannot speak When a brutal home invasion leaves a father dead and his young son, Leo, traumatized, Zachary Goldman, private investigator, is hired to find answers. The attack is dismissed as random, but Zachary suspects a far more sinister motive. With his unique gift of reaching those who cannot or will not speak and an unwavering determination to find justice, Zachary delves deeper into the case. He finds himself unraveling a complex tapestry of family dynamics, hidden motives, and desperate decisions, but as he gets closer to the truth, he discovers that not everything ...

When a homeless man dies under suspicious circumstances, Assistant Medical Examiner Kenzie Kirsch finds herself plunged into the enigmatic world of street medicine. When healing turns deadly, who can you trust? When Dr. Kenzie Kirsch autopsies a homeless man, she uncovers unsettling clues suggesting a deeper mystery. As whispers of a rogue "Night Doctor" treating society’s most vulnerable with unpredictable outcomes lead Kenzie’s investigation down unexpected paths, her partner grapples demons of his own. Together, they must unravel a mystery that stretches from the back alleys of ...

Death was on the menu When a man is found dead under suspicious circumstances, assistant medical examiner Kenzie Kirsch steps in to unravel the mystery. With her sharp eye for detail, Kenzie suspects foul play and dives into a chilling investigation. As Kenzie uncovers unexpected behavioral changes, mysterious health issues, and rising tensions in the victim's life, she realizes she's dealing with something far more sinister than natural causes. Blending scientific rigor with suspense, Currying Death promises an enthralling journey through forensic science and human psychology that will ...