Shadows of Deception

By Boltcraft

Shadows of Deception is a gripping crime novel that takes readers on a thrilling journey through a small coastal town called Harbor Bay. In this intricately woven tale, seasoned detective Alex Parker becomes entangled in a web of secrets, betrayal, and hidden motives as he unravels a complex murder mystery.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Bacon Smile
• Release date: Jun 2, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223387770

Book preview

Chapter 1: The Crime Unveiled

Detective Alex Parker's footsteps echoed through the opulent corridors of Thornhill Mansion, each measured stride a testament to his years of experience. His eyes, sharp and discerning, scanned the grandeur of the residence, taking in the intricately woven tapestries and the polished marble floors. It was a mansion that whispered secrets, its walls bearing witness to both opulence and darkness.

Harbor Bay, nestled snugly on the coastline, boasted a captivating beauty that mirrored its residents' longing for tranquility. It was a place where whispers carried on the sea breeze and where secrets hid behind friendly smiles. But on this day, as the sun dipped low on the horizon, casting a haunting glow over the ocean, the idyllic town found itself ensnared in a sinister mystery.

Victor Thornhill, a titan in the world of business, had  met  his demise within the very walls that had once exuded his power and wealth. His lifeless body lay sprawled across the Persian rug, a portrait of elegance marred by the cruel hands of fate. Detective Parker approached with a mixture of reverence and tenacity, his eyes narrowing as he took in the scene.

The absence of forced entry puzzled him, leaving a chilling question hanging in the air. How had someone slipped past the formidable barriers guarding Thornhill Mansion? The detective's fingers brushed against the cold marble banister, his mind racing to piece together the fragments of this intricate puzzle. Shadows danced on the walls, their sinuous movements taunting him as he navigated the labyrinthine corridors.

As his gaze roamed the room, Parker's attention was drawn to the finely crafted oak desk, its polished surface strewn with papers and half-filled glasses. A snapshot of the victim's life frozen in time.

There, amidst the chaos, a hint of betrayal lingered, begging to be unraveled. The detective's fingertips gently skimmed the edge of a photograph, capturing a tender moment between  Victor  Thornhill and his estranged wife, Charlotte.

Charlotte Thornhill is a woman with a past shrouded in sorrow and secrets. Detective Parker's mind, ever the astute observer, recognized the complexities that lay beneath her polished exterior. He made a mental