Author: michaelbrandman

”…another irreverent, complex lawman.” —Library JournalWhen San Remo County Acting Sheriff Buddy Steel is deputized by the California Coastal Commission to investigate a reclusive Russian billionaire who has repeatedly violated state law by obstructing public access to his vast beachfront property, he makes a shocking discovery. And learns that the politicos, some with a history of corruption, … politicos, some with a history of corruption, some just chicken, will not back up enforcement.This makes Buddy, a former LAPD cop dragged home by his Sheriff father’s ALS diagnosis to “temporarily” head the department, dig in his heels and face down the…

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A New York Times bestseller with over 1,500 five-star ratings on Goodreads! Police chief Jesse Stone must contend with an overwrought film star and a deadly plot when a production company descends upon Paradise, Massachusetts.

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