Blackmail

Blackmail is the third short story in a mini-series of three mysteries introducing ex-soldier turned private detective, Mark Kent. He becomes embroiled in a web of business deals, blackmail and family relationships where people do whatever it takes for money and success.
Along the way Kent struggles to adjust to civilian life and with feelings of alienation in a changing society where he meets the losers of financial power and the new owners of wealth.

Blackmail: Kent is employed by his friend and former fellow soldier Adam whose employee has disappeared. Kent's investigation uncovers a scheme to blackmail wealthy businessman, Michael Rivers, who takes drastic action to defend his reputation. His unpredictable son causes more worries as Kent witnesses events conspiring to ruin Michael's business dreams.

(PLEASE NOTE: All three mysteries are also available in one book, Gentlemen's Agreement and Other Stories)