Murder in Malibu

Murder in Malibu by Tony Precopio is a mystery novel published by iUniverse on July 31, 2015. This edition, written in English and comprising 182 pages, follows Gary Hawkins, who stumbles upon an abandoned pickup truck in a Malibu park, only to discover a body hidden inside. This shocking find sets off a chain of events that intertwines his past with a series of tragic deaths among his friends, prompting him to take matters into his own hands.
As Gary investigates the suspicious circumstances surrounding the deaths of his friends, including a drive-by shooting and a mysterious car accident, he begins to suspect that a connection exists between these incidents and a pivotal moment from his own history. The narrative delves into themes of trust and the pursuit of truth, as Gary uncovers a shocking secret that challenges everything he thought he knew. Readers will find a blend of suspense and intrigue as the amateur detective navigates the complexities of friendship and betrayal in this thrilling tale.
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Gary Hawkins is walking with his dogs in a Malibu park when he happens upon an abandoned pickup truck. Stuffed inside a rug in the back of the truck is the body of a local resident. After calling the police, Gary returns home without any idea that finding a murder victim is only a precursor of what is about to come as his past collides with his present in a strange twist of events.
Several weeks later, Gary learns his high school friend has been killed in a drive-by shooting, a Malibu buddy has allegedly committed suicide, and another friend from his past has been killed in a car accident outside of Las Vegas. Distrusting of the abilities of local authorities, Gary begins his own investigation that soon leads him to suspect that the young wife of his friend who died in the car accident is somehow connected to the tragedies. When he uncovers a link between the deaths and a fateful night from his own past, Gary discovers the killer is harboring a shocking secret that will rock his world and explain everything.
In this gripping story, a Malibu real estate agent turned amateur detective embarks on a dangerous journey to solve the mystery behind the deaths of three of his friends.
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