This mystery is the first in the series by Bobby Jaye Allen and introduces Detective Brady Kincaid and the Carroway cousins, Claudia and Joyce. Discovery of the campus beauty queen’s body in the women’s dormitory and an early blast from the town’s tornado test warning siren make it business unusual on First Saturday for Brady Kincaid, Chief of Security at Lombardy Teachers College. Few shed tears learning Cy Sweetly was strangled. Some say the murdered girl got what she deserved—Death! Even the men who loved her most had reasons to kill her. Uncovering the coed’s twisted double life provides motives and suspects. But the murder weapon’s trademark is the most troublesome clue—a symbol resembling a bolt of lightning. While the college prepares homecoming events, sororities plan rush tactics, and it’s faculty politics as usual, Brady wades through a maze of red herring and alibis. Learning this homicide is eerily similar to another murder still unsolved after twenty years, Brady hustles to nail the killer before the wrong girl is crowned homecoming queen and someone gets away with murder again.
 

Readers Comments

“This is a really good book with a story line that holds your interest. If you like suspense, this is it. I recommend it.” Evrita C, Bellows Falls, VT

“All around this was a great book.” Alisha B, Naples, NY

“This has a wonderful plot with plenty of twisting turns to keep you on your toes. The author of this book is a pure talent!!” Hope P, Oak Hill, FL

“This was an excellent book and I highly recommend it to all ages. This writer has great potential and will go far. I cannot wait for the next book to be released so I can read it too.” Ashley C, Bolivar, MO

“This book kept me in my chair until the end. The characters kept developing along with the plot. . . . one of the better new mysteries I’ve read lately and I’m anxious to read the second book in the series.” Galen G, Kansas City, MO

“I really loved the book. A book has to get my attention right away and this one did just that. I started reading and could not put it down. I loved all the characters especially the cousins.” Debbie M, Middletown, OH

“Fast paced with interesting characters and turns that threw curves along the way. A book that can be read straight through.” Marissa Y, La Plata, MD

“The book was so interesting I didn’t want to put it down [and] I am going to read it again and again. I look forward to reading more books this author has written. Get this book if you have the chance.” Noah G, Phoenixville, PA

“Once I started [this book,] I couldn’t put it down . . . easy to keep up with all the different characters. It was very good and I will buy more of this author’s books in the future.” Tina B, Clarksville, OH
 

Comments From Reviewers

“Bobby Jaye Allen has written an intriguing murder mystery. . . Alumni of small schools will easily feel right at home . . .excellent moments . . . snappy dialogue. . .” www.theblueiris.com

“. . . a very enjoyable, well-written story . . . full of twists and turns. . . author Bobby Jaye Allen has created an engaging set of characters I hope to meet again.” www.reviewingtheevidence.com

“. . . one of those gentle and complicated mysteries . . . filled with believable characters, red herring galore and sly connections.” www.rebeccareads.com

“. . .plot is well developed; the characters compatible with each other. The atmosphere at the college with its academic and student politics is realistic.” www.myshelf.com (Barbara Buhrer)

“. . . did not shock my socks off . . . it is not a thriller. Instead I found myself engrossed in a good old-fashioned who-done-it complete with believable suspects and a well thought out solution.” Half Past Midnight Newsletter
 

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