Jameson Guard comes to Naples, Florida to mourn the tragic, unexpected death of his friend.

Ceramicist Dixie Kozlowski was found burned to death in her own kiln. The official verdict: suicide. But Jameson isn’t convinced and he’s determined to set the record straight.

Dixie had plenty of enemies. A failing marriage. And ties to dangerous political groups. As Jameson digs deeper into Dixie’s background, the story of her tangled life begins to unravel.

Then Jameson realises he’s being tracked. Mysterious run-ins. Shadows around every corner.

Someone knows what really happened.

And they’ll do anything to keep it buried.

A tense thriller perfect for fans of Michael Connelly, William Kent Krueger and Dennis Lehane.

MEET JAMESON GUARD
Jameson “Jamie” Guard is a recently retired risk-management specialist who knows how things break — and who gets hurt when they do. He understands pressure points, cover-ups, and the way institutions close ranks when the truth is inconvenient. Not a cop, not a hero, Jamie follows the evidence with quiet persistence, even when it puts him in places he never planned to go. When something doesn’t add up, walking away isn’t an option.

THE SETTING
Naples, Florida: palm-lined boulevards, white sand beaches, glassy canals, endless sunshine.An idyllic place to call home. But the heat can soon turn suffocating and danger can fester beneath the surface . . .

READERS LOVE THE JAMESON GUARD THRILLERS:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fast-paced thriller. Both tense and exciting. This first-time novelist does a great job creating mystery that isn’t fully resolved until the final pages. Well done.’ Beagle
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Don’t interrupt me – it’s a good part! A great vahkay/beach read! Looking forward to seeing what comes next for the main characters!’ Melissa P.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fun read. Small-town vibes and strong relationships make this a must-read.’ Wendy A.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fast-paced, well-written and believable characters. A fun trip!’ B. Meyer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Excellent. This is a great read. Highly recommended.’ C Harper