J. P. Beaumont Series: Book 26
Publication Date: September 10, 2024
New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance returns with a new pulse-pounding suspense novel featuring beloved private investigator J. P. Beaumont as his investigation of a seemingly accidental death uncovers a complex web of evil.
Former Seattle homicide cop J. P. Beaumont faces trouble in the small town of Ashland, as both his personal and professional lives are thrown into turmoil. Beau’s daughter and son-in-law are having marital troubles, and his grandson, a senior in high school, shows up on his doorstep, wanting to live with Beau and his wife Mel as he finishes out the school year.
Meanwhile, a friend from his past asks for Beau’s help in looking into what appears to be an accidental death. A young man died of a fentanyl overdose, but those closest to him are convinced that he would never have used the drug, and that something much more sinister has happened. Beau agrees to unofficially reopen the case, and his investigation leads him to uncover similar mysterious deaths that all point to a most unlikely suspect.
As the case becomes more complicated than he could have imagined, and past and present mysteries collide, it will take everything Beau has to track down a dangerous vigilante killer. The result is an unforgettable read, and “newcomers and longtime series fans alike will be thrilled” (Publishers Weekly).
As a veteran author with well over 40 books, J. A. Jance establishes herself as a superior writer of contemporary mysteries.
That quality is evident in Den of Iniquity, which marks the 23rd installment in the J.P. Beaumont series. Even if you’ve never picked up any earlier books, the author delivers a phenomenal standalone storyline that will instantly captivate you.
Now in his 60s, Beau flexes the skills he cultivated as a homicide detective by serving as a private investigator. He takes on the case of an accidental drug overdose death and soon discovers a pattern pointing to something very unexpected. This knowledge comes with all sorts of problems, but this is where Beau thrives.
The words flow smoothly, easily putting the reader next to Beau as he puts clues together while also handling a family crisis. Supporting characters also share the limelight, including two canine friends.
Den of Iniquity hits all the right spots for both new and returning readers as Beau seeks justice.
J. A. Jance is the New York Times bestselling author of the J. P. Beaumont series, the Joanna Brady series, the Ali Reynolds series, six thrillers about the Walker Family, and one volume of poetry. Born in South Dakota and brought up in Bisbee, Arizona, she lives with her husband in Seattle, Washington.
