The Emperor of Shell Cove. The Lost Coast Mysteries, #2

An act of kindness turns deadly. When Trip Walker, a private investigator-in-training with a troubled past, rescues a young man with special needs from kidnappers, he's thrust into a dangerous game. What starts as a simple good deed quickly spirals into a maze of deceit, greed, and violence that threatens to consume them both. Trip soon discovers that Reggie, the young man he saved, stands at the center of a vicious family feud. To protect Reggie and uncover the truth, Trip must navigate a minefield of shifting alliances and hidden agendas. But in this high-stakes game, everyone seems determined to use Reggie for their own gain-and Trip is quickly running out of people to trust.
And when the investigation turns lethal, safeguarding Reggie might cost Trip everything. Set against the stunning backdrop of California's Lost Coast, this gripping tale will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.  Grab your copy now!