509 Crime Stories

Dallas Nash is afraid he's losing his mind. Investigating two murders isn't going to help. It's time that Detective Dallas Nash returns to his Major Crimes assignment after suffering a personal loss. His supervisor assigns him a cold case to ease him back into the job. The thirty-year-old unsolved murder leads to a startling revelation-Nash and his friends saw the victim right before her death. Before he can work the case, though, dispatch sends him to a wintery crime scene. A snow-covered body lies in an open field, and Nash has no witnesses or immediate suspects. Amid freezing temperatures and under an oppressive gray sky, can Dallas Nash locate two killers-one of whom has remained hidden for three decades? The Long Cold Winter is the second book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like raw emotion and police procedurals, you'll love this story of a heartbroken detective working his way back from personal tragedy.

Sheriff Tom Jessup works to keep his county nice and safe. Unfortunately, things aren't staying that way. A questionable death in Whitman County takes Jessup out of jurisdiction to Spokane, Washington. He's following family blood, and it's led him to a double murder. The Spokane Police Department has their best team on the case, but they've just hit a roadblock. This leads them to a man neither trust. He's a questionably motivated officer who answers only to himself. Meanwhile, Jessup struggles to connect additional cases across county lines. As the deaths continue to mount, the four investigators race in opposite directions, each hunting a killer in their own way. Will they find him before he strikes again? Or will distance and department politics let a killer escape? The Blind Trust is the third book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like police procedurals filled with compelling personalities, you'll love this story.

A crew looking for some kicks is about to collide with a hero hiding from his past. The knockout game is a violent one-punch assault on random strangers. Years ago, it faded like a bad memory, but now it's back with a vengeance. This time the contest is twisted into an act of retaliation. Its target? The image of the elite-men in suits and ties. No man is safe walking through downtown. Those playing the game are terrorizing a city, and the police seem helpless to stop it. The protectors have yet to understand that this competition has always been about one suit. And he's about to fight back. The Suit is the fourth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. You'll love this story if you like thrillers with fast-paced action.

Hard work leads to murder for a personal finance blogger. Two homicide detectives are about to find out why. When Jacob Kidwell's body is discovered, his death appears to be an accident. Major Crimes Detectives Quinn Delaney and Marci Burkett discover layers of deception wrapping the young man's life. They also find someone meddling in their investigation-a friend of the deceased hoping to help. He's sticking his nose where it doesn't belong and creating new problems for the detectives. Secrets, lies, and double-crosses are exposed as they hunt for the truth. But Quinn has a secret of his own-one which could derail his career. Can he keep it hidden while searching for Jacob's killer, or will his weakness cost him more than his job? The Side Hustle is the first book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like police procedurals with compelling personalities, you'll love this story.

Detective James Morgan believes in a different set of rules-for the cops. James Morgan leads by example as the senior detective on the Spokane Police Department's Criminal Task Force. His work ethic has earned him respect from other officers, suspicion from the administration, and a healthy fear from the criminals he contacts. It's precisely the way Morgan likes it. When a southern California gang moves into eastern Washington, they bring a reputation of terror and intimidation. Morgan's team is assigned to slow their expansion, and he will not let anything detour him from that goal-even if it means he needs to bend the law in the process. The Value in Our Lies is the fifth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like hard-hitting police procedurals with compelling personalities, grab this book today.

Should a wicked man get the same justice as the righteous? When a violent pimp is murdered, Major Crimes Detective Dallas Nash is assigned the case. With no witnesses and weak evidence, he must make a choice-vigorously investigate the killing or go through the motions before casually sweeping it into an unsolved file. Plenty of people want Nash to stop-the prostitutes abused by the deceased, a do-gooder with a shadowy past, and a cop with his thumb on the scales of equity. Yet no one is pushing for him to continue the investigation. Will Nash walk through the city's underbelly to find justice for a man who preyed on others? The Mean Street is the sixth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like hard-hitting police procedurals with compelling personalities, grab this book today.

Mind the blood, hide any weapons, and get an alibi. Murder is not for the faint of heart, nor is this collection of stories set in Eastern Washington. Join an array of characters as they struggle through the worst moments of their lives. A husband hides his wifes terrible crime. Two contract killers deliver a final punishment to a mob informant. A remorseful man is forced to share his prison cell with a homicidal maniac. A serial killer vacations through the Pacific Northwest. More violence awaits around the corner, and additional trouble lurks in the shadows. Its time to experience the 509 in a way youve never seen before. Murder by Any Other Nameis the seventh book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like engaging characters under challenging circumstances, grab this book today.

Some days feel like a punch in the mouth. Welcome to Spokane, Washingtonthe Lilac Citywhere an assortment of characters are about to get bruised and bloodied. A drug rip turns terribly wrong for four hapless men. A bored housewife plays a dangerous game of cat and mouse with her retired neighbor. A father learns the realities of street life while searching for his daughter. A cop breaks the law to find a missing child. These are just a few citizens embracing mayhem as a part of their lives. Many more wait in the shadows, around the corner, or down the next alley. Its time to see the 509 in a way you never expected. Black and Blue in the Lilac Cityis the eighth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like compelling characters in challenging situations, grab this book today.

The police say Margaret Kelly drowned, but Ray Christy refuses to believe it. So, hes going to prove it was murder. Ray Christy retired several years ago from the Army and now fills his time volunteering with the Spokane Police Department. Once, he led men into battle, but today he performs the tasks many take for granted. One Saturday morning, police dispatch sends Ray to collect a found wallet. What he discovers surprises him. The wallets owner drowned the day before, leaving Ray with only one questionhow did her wallet travel four miles after she died? Ray faces a tough decision when a detective refuses to reopen the investigation. He must decide between finding the truth or not getting involved. In the end, he does what any career military man would do. He acts. The Only Death That Mattersis the ninth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like hard-hitting police procedurals with compelling personalities, then grab this book today.

Solving a murder across jurisdictional lines requires cooperation. Its too bad these detectives dont play well with others. A shooting at an illegal after-hours club sends Spokane County Detective Shane McAfee and his partner searching for a murderer. There are no witnesses, and the evidence is thin, but McAfee is determined to catch this killer. Their search takes them into the backyard of the Spokane Police Department, where a similar shooting has occurred. Soon theyre fighting with their SPD counterparts for information that could help solve their case. With a rising body count, will departmental politics and jurisdictional backbiting allow a predator to go free? Or can McAfee bring everyone together so they can catch a murderer? The After-Hours Waris the tenth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. Grab this book today if you like fast-paced police procedurals with captivating characters.

Can a man truly be forgiven for his conduct? Or will it haunt him even in death? Its been nearly two years since Dallas Nashs wife died. He has pulled himself together and is pushing forward with life. Hes even found a new friend in an unlikely place. That doesnt mean life as a Major Crimes detective has gotten easier. The murder victim in Nashs latest case is revealed to have a complicated history. Nearly twenty years ago, a woman accused him of a heinous crime. The murder could be a dish of revenge served cold, or it might simply be a matter of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Can Dallas Nash untangle the truth before a killer escapes justice? The Fate of Our Yearsis the eleventh book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like thought-provoking police procedurals with compelling personalities, then grab this book today.

An illegal homeless camp, an unscrupulous criminal element, and a furious neighborhood- a recipe for tragedy. Camp Faith squats in the path of the new freeway. The sprawling, makeshift encampment is unsightly and unsanitary, but its occupants have nowhere else to go. These are society's castoffs, made up of the homeless, the addicted, and the mentally unstable. Outreach groups are eager to help, but the local community wants the interlopers removed. Anger runs high on both sides of the issue, and the political pressure for a resolution is enormous. The sheriff and the governor join the partisan fray as the camp becomes a pawn in a larger game. Now, a rash of nearby burglaries threatens to turn up the heat to unseen levels. Detectives with the Spokane Police Department must quickly find the culprits before tempers boil over. When a prominent local business owner is murdered, can the cops keep a lid on everything? Or will the neighborhood explode in chaos? The Path of Progress is the thirteenth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like captivating police procedurals, grab this book today.

Felonies and misdemeanors are the cost of doing business for some. Crime doesn't pay in this collection of short stories set in Eastern Washington. Join an assortment of characters as they relearn the oldest rule about bad behavior. A thief puts his hand in the wrong pocket and finds a horrible secret. A father and son reunite while transporting suspicious cargo. A junkie gets a golden opportunity and struggles to turn his life around. An employee discovers her betrayal doesn't reap the rewards she had originally hoped. Two homicide detectives investigate the strange murder of a tow truck operator. Revisit the 509 and see some of her citizens in ways you've never imagined. When the Wicked Rest is the fourteenth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like fascinating characters in difficult situations, grab this book today.

Tonight may be the last of Tremaine Brown's life. He's about to find this out the hard way. Tremaine Brown is the leader of the Dead Boys, a gang with roots in the Los Angeles area. He cultivated power and respect as he rose through the ranks. He also kept the peace among the local gangs and protected the criminal empire that the Dead Boys built in Eastern Washington. Now, his world erupts when unknown assailants ambush him. A series of chaotic events follow that will change Tremaine's life forever-if he can survive. Bodies fall as he searches for an ally, knowing he won't make it through the night without some help. Unfortunately for Tremaine, the police quickly join the hunt. They've long waited for a reason to put him behind bars, and they're not going to stop tonight until he's caught. Tremaine's odds of success are slim, but the Dead Boys' leader won't go down without a fight. Can he avoid his pursuers long enough to uncover the truth and see the sunrise? The Night of the Dead Boys is the twelfth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like heart-racing police procedurals with compelling personalities, snap up this book today.

The 509 Crime Stories return! This police procedural series is set in Eastern Washington and features revolving lead characters. Each novel is a standalone tale that can be read in any order. Youll get the fourth, fifth, and sixth books in this digital box set collection. The Suit:The knockout game returns, and this time it targets a symbol of the 1%men in suits. The Value in Our Lies:A detective with questionable tactics works to stop a criminal gang from moving into his city. The Mean Street:While a grieving detective continues to fall apart, he attempts to solve the murder of a career criminal. Join the action now by reading this collection today!

The 509 Crime Stories are back! This police procedural series is set in Eastern Washington and features revolving lead characters. Each novel is a standalone tale that can be read in any order. Youll get the seventh, eighth, and ninth books in this digital box set collection. Murder by Any Other Name:A short story collection built around the central theme of murder. Includes the short story Murder by the Roadside. See the 509 in an entirely new way. Black and Blue in the Lilac City:The second 509 short collection features an unflinching look at crime and violence in the Pacific Northwest. Includes the short story Death at Sunrise. The Only Death that Matters:Senior Volunteer Ray Christie gets embroiled in a murder investigation and is quickly in over his head. Join the action now by reading this collection today!

Welcome to the 509 Crime Stories! This police procedural series is set in Eastern Washington and features revolving lead characters. Each novel is a standalone tale that can be read in any order. Youll get the first, second, and third books in this digital box set collection. The Side Hustle:Two homicide detectives search for the killer of a personal finance blogger. The Long Cold Winter:A detective grieves the recent death of his wife while working to solve two homicide cases. The Blind Trust:Several murders occur over two counties leading homicide detectives and a sheriff in a fast-paced pursuit of an unknown killer. Get in on the action by reading this collection today!