Detective Emilia Cruz Starter Library
2 novellas, 1 insider guide, 1 unforgettable woman
THE BEAST
Previously published in The Huffington Post’s Fiction50 showcase, The Beast is the definitive prequel to the series.
THE ANGLER
Based on the 2007 true murder of author Carmen Amato’s parish priest. His killer was never found, until now.
Who’s Who
The exclusive guide to the award-winning mystery series.
Lieutenant Inocente slowly sat upright. “Let me put this in a way you’ll understand, Cruz,” he said. “Unless one of my detectives steps up and says they’ll take you on as partner, you just wasted a lot of time and energy going after this job.”
Emilia felt a rush of anger. “That wasn’t a criteria last year,” she pointed out. “Or the year before. Or any year.”
“You’re not last year,” Lieutenant Inocente said.
Find out what happens next . . .
2019 & 2020 Outstanding Series Award – CrimeMasters of America
2019 Silver Falchion Award – Killer Nashville
“A thrilling series” – National Public Radio
“Darkly thrilling and accomplished” – Book Viral
“Outdoes many of the best crime authors” – Artisan Reviews