Publication Date: October 1, 2024
Dallas PI Dylan Fisher thought he was done with his ex-wife—but now he’s solving her murder
Dallas private investigator Dylan Fisher hasn’t seen his ex-wife, Rose, in three years—which is why he’s surprised when she asks him to meet her at a hotel. Rose Doucette is a homicide detective, and she wants Dylan’s help with a murder investigation that she’s been asked to step back from but can’t seem to let go.
They review the details of the case and part ways—but as Rose is leaving the parking lot, Dylan sees a suspicious car begin to follow her. Feeling uneasy, he tails the car and tries to warn Rose, but he’s too late—the driver of the car shoots her, killing her instantly, before speeding away.
The police are determined to pin the murder on Dylan, so he’s left with no choice but to find the killer himself. Teaming up with Rose’s widower, a defense attorney named Tito, the pair dive into Rose’s past to figure out who could’ve wanted to kill the woman they both loved—and what they were trying to hide.
Perfect for fans of Michael Connelly and Robert Crais
Books that make you keep reading well past bedtime may be rare, but author Harry Hunsicker has my attention.
From the beginning pages of The Life and Death of Rose Doucette, I was hooked. While their divorce is old news, private investigator Dylan Fisher agrees to meet his ex-wife, Rose, who happens to be a homicide detective. She asks for Dylan’s help with a case, leaving him with more questions than answers.
When Rose is murdered, leaving the meeting, the police are eager to pin the blame on Dylan. He teams up with Rose’s new husband, a defense attorney, to solve the case.
What an incredibly twisted storyline! Two men, both of whom have feelings for Rose, must set aside their differences to find answers. The author’s writing style is so smooth that you will find yourself halfway through the book before you realize it.
Dylan’s character, while admittedly flawed, is compelling in his determination for answers. Even digging into Rose’s past, where the clues are, seems to be worth the angst it causes.
The Life and Death of Rose Doucette showcases a captivating mystery, introducing readers to PI Dylan Fisher.
Harry Hunsicker is the best-selling author of The Life and Death of Rose Doucette, along with numerous crime novels and short stories. His novels include Shadow Boys, The Devil’s Country, The Contractors, and the Shamus Award-nominated Still River, among others. Hunsicker is a fourth-generation native of Dallas, Texas, where he currently resides with his wife, Alison.