Ace of Spades - Volume 1

Prequel to two-book series Volume 1

Sequel continues in Volume 2, Gideon - The Final Chapter

"Ace of Spades" marks a thrilling addition to the Gideon Detective Series, plunging readers into the heart of an enigmatic murder mystery in the shadowed streets of Black Rock Cove. Vincent James Gideon, the storied detective long since retired, is drawn back into a world of intrigue and deception, where every clue leads to more questions, and trust is as elusive as the killer he seeks.

The novel opens with Gideon discovering an unmarked envelope, containing only a dark green, intricately serrated leaf. This peculiar clue is quickly overshadowed by an urgent call from the Chief of Police, catapulting Gideon into a new case that seems ordinary at first glance. However, the streets of Black Rock Cove are never what they seem.

Simultaneously, a chilling scene unfolds across town. A skilled assassin, caught in a dangerous game of survival, administers poison to a beautiful woman. As he watches her demise, he battles an unexpected surge of guilt and doubt. The assassination is marked by a haunting signature - an Ace of Spades card impaled by an ivory-handled dagger.

In a dramatic turn of events, Gideon finds himself wrongly accused of not only this mysterious murder but also the killing of a prominent local pharmacist. As he navigates the labyrinthine twists and turns of the case, Gideon confronts a web of deceit and corruption that tests his legendary detective skills.

"Ace of Spades" masterfully combines suspense, intrigue, and rich characterization to create a complex puzzle. The novel's vivid detail immerses readers in a world where every character harbors secrets, and the truth is always just out of reach. With each chapter, the stakes grow higher, and the line between hunter and hunted becomes increasingly blurred.

In this gripping tale, Gideon must unravel the twisted threads of the case, confront his past, and face the ultimate question: in the murky waters of murder and deception, who is the real predator, and who is the prey? This novel is a must-read for fans of intricate mysteries, where the truth is as elusive and dangerous as the Ace of Spades.