The Desolation Falls Mystery
The Desolation Falls Mystery by David K. McCulloch, published by AuthorHouse in November 2005, is a 380-page work of fiction that delves into the complexities of a murder investigation in a Puget Sound island community. The story begins with the discovery of a dead woman in a hot tub, which disrupts the lives of a young couple and leads to accusations against one of them. As the narrative unfolds, the investigation reveals connections to the past that complicate the case further, particularly for forensic pathologist Donald McLure, who has personal ties to the victim.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and detective elements as Donald navigates the challenges of the case while dealing with his own personal struggles. The plot intertwines themes of duty, deception, and the impact of past relationships, set against the backdrop of both Seattle society and the natural beauty of the Olympic wilderness. This edition offers a detailed exploration of the investigation, highlighting the interplay between personal and professional dilemmas faced by the characters.
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A dead woman found floating in the hot tub of an expensive vacation home rocks the tranquility of a Puget Sound island community. For the young couple who discovers the body it shatters their Valentine’s Day love tryst and turns their lives upside down. Aaron Klein finds himself accused of the murder. Tami Stillwell is haunted by memories of a death in Texas four years before that was eerily similar.
For Scottish forensic pathologist, Donald McLure, the death means an interruption to a quiet Sunday at home with his family. When the owner of the hot tub turns out to be Donald’s former girlfriend from his days at Edinburgh University the case takes on a new complexion. Rebuilding his own life after his wife walked out on him Donald gets caught between a sense of duty to help out an old friend and a desire to impress the attractive young homicide detective in charge of the case.
The investigation turns up unexpected connections to the past, connections that other people are eager to cover up at all costs. Donald encounters hostility and deceit as he stumbles onto secrets that challenge his assumptions and threaten his job and his life
From the politics and sophistication of Seattle society to the caves, forests and waterfalls of the Olympic wilderness The Desolation Falls Mystery is the second adventure involving Scottish forensic pathologist Donald McLure. Naïve and vulnerable in personal matters, his dry observations let the reader view the rich sweep of life in the Pacific Northwest through fresh eyes.
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