Book One of The Saltwater Crimes Trilogy:

Detective Ange Watson, an attractive and determined country girl with a newfound love of surfing, finds herself swept into deadly waters.

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Ange's investigation into the disappearance of a promising young surfer leads her to the idyllic seaside village of Namba Heads. As she delves deeper into the tightly knit coastal community, she uncovers unsettling connections. The suspicious suicide of a trawlerman raises alarming questions. The local lazy police sergeant seems incompetent, and a local councillor appears to know everything and everyone-including a troublesome local environmental activist.

Ange’s whirlwind romance with a charismatic and mysterious property developer threatens her professionalism. Surfing and the ever-present sea set the stage for the unfolding mystery.

Tombstoning is a gripping and atmospheric thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its intriguing characters, scenic backdrop, and a web of interconnected secrets, this novel explores the dark underbelly of a seemingly peaceful community and the resilience of a tenacious detective determined to bring justice to the surface.