A prosperous tycoon lies lifeless on his doorstep, felled by a solitary gunshot to the head. Gerry Hogan was a paragon of virtue, a diligent provider for his family, and a man seemingly devoid of adversaries. Yet, as his children stand frozen in disbelief, and Gerry's companion cradles his lifeless form, a tableau of tragedy unfolds.
When Gus and his team interview those who knew Gerry intimately-their inquiries yield an unexpected revelation. What begins with a handful of potential suspects swiftly evolves into a perplexing maze of countless contenders.
The mystery deepens: Why does the list of plausible culprits grow more extensive with each revelation? This perfect blend of detective mystery and everyday life will delight fans of Sally Rigby, Faith Martin, Joy Ellis, Simon McCleave, and Pauline Rowson. PRAISE FOR TED TAYLER: "Ted Tayler brilliantly weaves the details of the mysterious murder dropping breadcrumbs for readers to follow. We follow Freeman and his team as they interview witnesses, suspects, and friends of the victim. Along with his liberal use of British colloquialisms, he enriches the flavour of the tale. His prose brings the investigation to life. I think Gus Freeman will be as appealing as The Phoenix. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a solid mystery." Elizabeth."The pacing is excellent, the characters believable and the cold case work excellent as well. I already know that I will be reading all of this series" Jenna."Gus Freeman is a multi-dimensional character who is not only called on to help solve a crime, but also deal with his personal issues. It is always a joy to read this author's stories. He is not just a writer but a great storyteller." Amy Shannon."A fabulous find! Ted Tayler is gifted in making sure the reader becomes an integral part of what he has written, become one with the book." Dora.