“While I’ve found most mystery/thrillers to be rehashes of the same old plot line, this was refreshingly new/original.” – Jack Murphy, New York Times bestselling author of Reflexive FireCharlotte Halliwell has a secret.Before she has the chance to reveal it to her sister, Audrey, she’s found dead. At first glance, it appears to be nothing more than an accident, until poison is found coursing … until poison is found coursing through Charlotte’s body.
Audrey hires Sloane Monroe, a sassy, headstrong private investigator. As Sloane works to solve the case, a second body is found. With the killer aware that Sloane will stop at nothing to find him, he tracks her every move. Will Sloane uncover the truth before he strikes again?
If you’re a fan of Sue Grafton and Mary Higgins Clark, you’ll enjoy this fast-paced, page-turning mystery. A New York Times and USA Today bestselling series.
Readers are saying:
“The tone reminds me of Robert B. Parker’s novels.”
“The characters are interesting, and the plot kept me hooked.”
“The end caught me off-guard. It was perfect!”
“Great characters, entertaining dialogue, and great plot development.”
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Really enjoyed reading this, couldn’t quit , read it in one sitting.
a wonderful read
I am now officially a Cheryl Bradshaw fan for life!
completely loved. you can’t beat a great female PI with sass and wit.
If I read it, it was excellent !!!!! I READ IT. JAK, jr.
Really enjoyed this book. Surprise ending. Will read more by this author.
This series keeps me up late reading, “just one more chapter!”
From the very start, Cheryl Bradshaw grabs you and you can’t wait to find out more. I just finished Reading Black Diamond Death, the first book in the Sloan Madison series and I want more. I want to find out more about Sloan and her friends. I want to find out more about her sister. I want to find out more about how Sloan became a detective. I …
Very good book. You won’t be disappointed.
I enjoyed the way this book was written and the way Sloane Monroe’s character developed. I enjoyed it so much I moved right to the second book of the series to determine what happened with Sloane’s character next.
I couldn’t put this book down! Loved it. Bradshaw reminds me of Catherine Coulter. I was hooked from the first page and I am looking forward to reading more of her books. I enjoyed the unexpected twist at the end.
Great story. Sloane Monroe, the private investigator character is a bit different than most detectives and the location is refreshing. She’s tenacious, the story moves fast. I would give it 4.5 stars if I had that option. This is the 1st in a Sloane Monroe series. I will definitely buy more of Cheryl Bradshaw’s books in this series.
This was a really good book. Lots of action!
Who done it and why
Sloane is a private eye with a four legged companion, a cop boyfriend and some interesting friends. She has a determined attitude to find the truth. This is the start of the series so I expect we will learn more of her background as we go.
This is an easy read book. Sloan Monroe is an investigator who is trying to find who murdered her sister. There are many twists and turns as she solves the murder. It kept me reading to find out who the murderer was. Can not wait to read more about this character
This is #1 in the Sloane Monroe series. I just now had the opportunity to read it and really liked the way the story unfolded. A murder mystery and snippets of things to come in future endeavors of Sloane’s. I’ve already read the next 4 in this series and am now looking forward to continuing the rest. Thanks Ms. Bradshaw for a good mystery …
Everything she writes is action-packed and full of suspense all her books are a must-read
Sloane Monroe is a private investigator trying to solve the murder of a young woman’s death that appears accidental. Interesting characters, easy to follow and an enjoyable book
Great read!