An Artifact of Interest

by Steve Rogers

When a young female anthropologist is found dead in the Australian outback, the first thought is that it was a tragic accident. It isn't long before there are suspicions that foul play is involved and a murder investigation begins. It transpires that she was in possession of a mystery artifact on the evening before her death. What is this artifact and is it linked to her death? Was it a tragic accident or was she murdered?

206 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 31, 2017

Reviews

[Julie Salmon · Rating 5 out of 5]

From start to finish , full of suspense, brilliantly composed
And wonderful composition . Will be hopefully expecting great things from this author

[Steve Rogers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating story with a wonderful insight into the Australian outback. Recommended

[Jim Ward · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great read based on an ingenious idea. One for the cold winter nights.

[Bill East · Rating 5 out of 5]

Having recently visited the Kimberley, albeit the coastal fringe, I was most impressed with the ambience painted by Steve Rogers' words. I read the book in two sessions which says much for the pace of the tale. I've experienced the apprehensions and delights of a 'towny' launched into a 'bush' environment and I suspect the author has too. His hero's character as portrayed is 'spot-on'.
Haunting! five stars

[Bill Samson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just finished this very enjoyable book. The author cleverly transports the reader to the wonderful Kimberly where the plot begins to take shape.
The characters are believable and the crime delves deeply into the arrival of our original inhabitants.
A good read, recommended. Looking forward to the author's next novel.

[Gillian Eastoe · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Artifact of Interest

Absolutely fascinating reading. A mix of fiction and real Australian historical possibilities. Completely different to the first two thriller/comedy books I read and totally loved, by Steve Rogers, but just as impossible to put down. Thanks Steve for choosing to write later in your life. More please.

[K.J. Stanley · Rating 4 out of 5]

[An Artifact of Interest|35747005] is a very well researched, exciting story that evokes a lot of thought and makes you feel you are in the Kimberley. I hope to see more from this new author.

[Christine Wilkie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow what a great read. This author certainly know his stuff. Very exciting story! Can't wait to read more from this author.

[Michael Cybulski · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought the Bradshaws were the definitive statement as to the origins of the oldest Australian aboriginal art but here we have an emerging Australian author who successfully weaves an outback thriller with aboriginal art history, in a most satisfying way. The author's time in the Western Australian outback empowers him with a keen insight to the country, and palpable authenticity. I loved the work, and finished it within three days - a testimony to how enjoyable the work is. Highly recommended!!

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great story with colourful characters set in the mysterious and dramatic Kimberley district of Western Australia. Highly recommend if you enjoy authentic, fun and unpredictable twists.

[James Wieland]

Steve Rogers, An Artifact of Interest.
At first, when you start this book, you may think you need to brush up on your Bradshaws, the Kimberley rock paintings and artefacts, but the author does it for you, and provides some of the aboriginal pre-history that is required for the context. This is a well-told tale of white duplicity and insincerity and the desire of the indigenous to protect their culture. If there is a fault it that, in his focus on the story, the characters are held in tight rein; to release them, would also release the reader's imagination with a commensurate increase in tempo and tesnion.
This is, however, a good read.