Rumor of Evil
Rumor of Evil by Gary Braver, published by Oceanview Publishing on October 22, 2024, is a gripping mystery that intertwines past and present. This 336-page novel explores the dark circumstances surrounding the brutal death of a 16-year-old exchange student accused of witchcraft, leading to a cover-up and subsequent murders two decades later. Detectives Kirk Lucian and Mandy Wing are tasked with investigating a reported suicide of a well-liked Cambridge woman, only to find that the hanging appears staged, prompting them to delve deeper into a web of secrets.
As the investigation unfolds, Kirk and Mandy connect the recent death to the mysterious demise of Vadima Lupescu, a Romany exchange student whose peculiar behaviors sparked prejudice among her peers. The detectives uncover bizarre rumors surrounding Vadima, including claims of “gypsy powers” and curses, which complicate their search for the truth. This edition presents a complex narrative that weaves elements of crime and police procedural, inviting readers to unravel the tangled history of these tragic events.
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A 16-year-old exchange student accused of witchcraft–dark circumstances and sick rumors lead to her brutal death, a cover-up, and more murders two decades later
Detectives Kirk Lucian and Mandy Wing are charged with investigating a reported suicide of a Cambridge woman in her backyard. The death came as a shock–the woman was considered a pillar of her community and was well-liked by everyone. After further investigation, the hanging appears staged. Once Kirk and Mandy’s suspicions are confirmed, they make a list of suspects.
Clues begin to connect the recent murder to the decades-old mysterious death of a beautiful 16-year-old Romany exchange student who perished when a treehouse she was sleeping in caught fire. The girl, Vadima Lupescu, had done “odd” things among her American peers that stirred up prejudices and suspicions, leading to her brutal death–and cover-up.
As Kirk and Mandy investigate the bizarre rumors–that Vadima had “gypsy powers” and put curses on those around her–they discover a cauldron of dark secrets. Will they uncover the true cause of this tangled web of deaths and horrors before it spirals out of control?
Perfect for fans of Stephen King and Tess Gerritsen
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