Detective Emilia Cruz Starter Library
2 novellas, 1 insider guide, 1 unforgettable woman
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THE BEAST
Previously published in The Huffington Post’s Fiction50 showcase, The Beast is the definitive prequel to the series.
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THE ANGLER
Based on the 2007 true murder of author Carmen Amato’s parish priest. His killer was never found, until now.
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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 . . .
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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