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The Gold of St. Croix
On the island of St. Croix, retired homicide detective Mad Dog Cotton has a reputation for being able to find missing things. It seems Betsy Rourk's husband, Bob, has vanished, having disappeared following a dive with a friend. But when she asks Mad Dog to find her husband, he turns her down. When the price Betsy offers is a single golden piece of pirate treasure, however, common sense is abandoned, and he says yes. As he begins the search for the missing man, Mad Dog has no idea that he's about to walk into a four-hundred-year-old mystery. What he unearths brings the ancient ghosts of greed, lust, and insanity down on his head, disrupting his tranquil existence and threatening to destroy everything he loves. Only time will tell whether he'll find the answers he's seeking in time to keep himself safe. In this mystery novel, set in the Caribbean, a retired detective takes on the search for the missing man and stumbles into a centuries-old story involving treasure and murder.
248 pages, Hardcover
First published October 7, 2012
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September 19, 2020
3.5 stars
The Gold Of St. Croix is a murder mystery set on a Caribbean Island and features a sunken 17th century Spanish treasure ship.
The story opens with a meeting between retired policeman Mad Dog Cotton and the wife of a missing diver. Betsy Rourk’s husband Bob has recently found a rare gold coin and now Bob and his partner Tony are missing, and Betsy fears the worst. Mad Dog and a group of his friends soon become entangled in a mystery which takes them all over St. Croix as events quickly turn sinister.
The author’s love for St. Croix shines through in this story, and island life is portrayed with the understanding of one who has lived there for several years. However, I was less convinced about how a retired policeman would undertake this mystery so quickly and then involve so many of his
friends. There are a lot of characters in this story from diverse backgrounds and at times it was hard to keep them all in my head and to know who I should be focusing my attention on.
For me there were a few places where the dialogue would have benefitted with more tightening; too often characters all sounded the same and the author’s fondness for the use of ‘yeah’ within the speech became repetitive. However, these are only minor weaker points and many readers won’t
mind them.
So overall, some of my favourite parts of this were the setting and I appreciated the grand tour of the island.
The Gold Of St. Croix is a murder mystery set on a Caribbean Island and features a sunken 17th century Spanish treasure ship.
The story opens with a meeting between retired policeman Mad Dog Cotton and the wife of a missing diver. Betsy Rourk’s husband Bob has recently found a rare gold coin and now Bob and his partner Tony are missing, and Betsy fears the worst. Mad Dog and a group of his friends soon become entangled in a mystery which takes them all over St. Croix as events quickly turn sinister.
The author’s love for St. Croix shines through in this story, and island life is portrayed with the understanding of one who has lived there for several years. However, I was less convinced about how a retired policeman would undertake this mystery so quickly and then involve so many of his
friends. There are a lot of characters in this story from diverse backgrounds and at times it was hard to keep them all in my head and to know who I should be focusing my attention on.
For me there were a few places where the dialogue would have benefitted with more tightening; too often characters all sounded the same and the author’s fondness for the use of ‘yeah’ within the speech became repetitive. However, these are only minor weaker points and many readers won’t
mind them.
So overall, some of my favourite parts of this were the setting and I appreciated the grand tour of the island.
December 9, 2021
I forced myself to finish this book. The plot Sedar developed was a good concept, his execution however, left everything to be desired.
The dialogue needs refining. Many times concepts and characters were over explained through dialogue and/or inner monologue. This over explanation gives the impression the author belives his readers are dense. Not to mention, the repetition is annoying.
Many times the action is disrupted by useless back story or long winded inner monologue. This messes with the pace of the book and detracts from the entertainment.
A few of the main character's behavioral traits and inner thoughts cause other actions and emotions to seem ingenuine.
Predictability was also a problem.
Overall, the book comes off as a low level read. Would be better as a short story than a novel.
The dialogue needs refining. Many times concepts and characters were over explained through dialogue and/or inner monologue. This over explanation gives the impression the author belives his readers are dense. Not to mention, the repetition is annoying.
Many times the action is disrupted by useless back story or long winded inner monologue. This messes with the pace of the book and detracts from the entertainment.
A few of the main character's behavioral traits and inner thoughts cause other actions and emotions to seem ingenuine.
Predictability was also a problem.
Overall, the book comes off as a low level read. Would be better as a short story than a novel.
June 22, 2022
Through the employment of many of the conventions of a lightweight thriller this tale zips along, secure in the knowledge that readers will be familiar with the customary tropes of a 52-year-old hard-but-fair ex-cop who can call on a support network to solve the mystery. There are specific location details which verge on the tourist brochure, beautiful, scantily-clad women and some caricatures often found in the genre: a ‘sexy young barmaid’, a ‘million-dollar smile’, a hero who ‘processed a million thoughts’ in a short walk, and a mystical black grandmother. The central character’s wife has more than a walk-on part but is still ‘like a puppy’. Among the stereotypes is the idea that the chief criminal is deemed to be a ‘rich white man’ as only such a person could manipulate black men. This 'logic' the hero concludes, is both ‘crap’ and ‘right’. This being the USA, there is both a lot of weaponry and a tacit endorsement of the NRA perspective that as mental illness causes gun violence and mass shootings represent the deranged acts of mentally ill loners, the only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun. The good guys hunt the ‘crazy guy’ with an array of firepower. Nevertheless, there is plenty of tension in the manhunt. An early aside asserts the hero’s perspective: ‘God, I love an adventure’ and there are echoes of this in the last line which hints of further adventures. Let’s hope that they include the marble rolling pin welding professor who joins the team with the line ‘I’m unemployed right now – on sabbatical’.
September 7, 2020
I am fat. I am old. I am in significantly better physical condition than most dead folk but that damned Tom Sedar has really gone and done it this time.
There is a pandemic going on here. The Governor has put us back on lockdown and extended it again and, given the aforementioned description of my physical status, I should be the last person on the planet to head to the far eastern point of the island to try to recover from bankruptcy of the insurance company I had paid premiums to forever and who ran like a bat out of hell (in the other direction) the minute my house was half torn down by the Irma and Maria Conspiracy of 2017. And here was my chance to find the $350K I needed to get back what the insurance company had left unpaid for the repairs to my home. and what does my old buddy Tom go and do?. He sends me on a fools errand to scramble down some rocky cliffs with a metal detector, a pickaxe and a bug up my B**t that a REAL FRIEND wouldn't have suggested.
My ankles are swollen. My knees and elbows are all scraped up and I had to spend 45 minutes talking my way out of a fine for being out on what the cops here thought was less than essential business!
Thank G-D that I had least had a really fun book to read while soaking in my hot tub trying to get relief from the bangs strains and humiliations I got from trusting an old buddy.
Hey guys, if any of you find the rest of the coins, remember, I was there first!
There is a pandemic going on here. The Governor has put us back on lockdown and extended it again and, given the aforementioned description of my physical status, I should be the last person on the planet to head to the far eastern point of the island to try to recover from bankruptcy of the insurance company I had paid premiums to forever and who ran like a bat out of hell (in the other direction) the minute my house was half torn down by the Irma and Maria Conspiracy of 2017. And here was my chance to find the $350K I needed to get back what the insurance company had left unpaid for the repairs to my home. and what does my old buddy Tom go and do?. He sends me on a fools errand to scramble down some rocky cliffs with a metal detector, a pickaxe and a bug up my B**t that a REAL FRIEND wouldn't have suggested.
My ankles are swollen. My knees and elbows are all scraped up and I had to spend 45 minutes talking my way out of a fine for being out on what the cops here thought was less than essential business!
Thank G-D that I had least had a really fun book to read while soaking in my hot tub trying to get relief from the bangs strains and humiliations I got from trusting an old buddy.
Hey guys, if any of you find the rest of the coins, remember, I was there first!
September 15, 2025
Mad Dog, a retired detective in the US Virgin Islands circa 2009, is hired to find a diver who disappeared after finding gold coins. Instead of searching for the lost person, he tracks the valuable coins he was paid in, pointing to a potential quarter-billion dollars in salvage. Soon, thugs are threatening him and everyone he’s spoken to. They can’t tell the police, who seem slow, corrupt, and more likely to arrest the hero. Good characterization and scene setting. The novel has *lots* of flashbacks to explain how he met the people who pop up and his origin story. Despite the need for some edits, the ending was satisfying. On the whole, it reminded me of the Almost Paradise TV show.
Unfortunately, most of his decisions are likely to end in death. He has a beyond laid-back investigation technique, taking a trip to Puerto Rico and enjoying sunbathing and lobster first. The fist fight didn’t feel authentic or competent for someone with “hundreds of hours of combat training.” Why would he suggest one woman use the laptop on this unguarded boat just after arranging protection for both women at the hotel, and let the other go alone to the newspaper? At the first gunfight, both heroes left theirs far away, which happens multiple times. When the person they are looking for leaves a phone message saying where he is hiding, why don’t they go there?
Nits from first 20 percent:
Shouldn’t repeat each person’s name on every line of dialog.
Drumand is normally spelled Drummond.
Jean first tells him a coin like his only surface 7 years ago on ebay, and then says only 20 years ago after a hurricane.
- - should be emdash consistently.
woman(comma) and you’re
tell me(comma) Mr. Cotton
by who should be whom.
Colons overused and misused.
Run-on sentence: sidestepped it(comma) and I missed.
If I (were) your wife
Hon(apostrophe)
reefs(comma) PADI is
It’s my name now : slips from first person POV of MD to PADI and back within one paragraph.
You must park/you had to walk, is second person. We would work better.
Or never there – missing verb.
Eleven is night not evening.
He shows should be showed.
attentions easier(comma)” Cherie quipped. The next line underneath also says Cheri quipped. These paragraphs can be joined to eliminate the repetition.
Live-aboard should be plural.
Page 54, we skip an entire night and need a scene break.
Different speakers need to be in different paragraphs. Be good.” Then John piped up, “
Mad Dog addressed both Betsy and Jean, and a nonspecific “she” replied.
“Bob back(period)”
don’t use both ellipses and a comma.
Hon.,” should be hon’,”
Awkward phrasing:
a spark of recognition hit him in his blue eyes.
when I walked up and offered me
What we talked about needs to be said.
more… smarter is redundant.
Fight began to descend.
Unfortunately, most of his decisions are likely to end in death. He has a beyond laid-back investigation technique, taking a trip to Puerto Rico and enjoying sunbathing and lobster first. The fist fight didn’t feel authentic or competent for someone with “hundreds of hours of combat training.” Why would he suggest one woman use the laptop on this unguarded boat just after arranging protection for both women at the hotel, and let the other go alone to the newspaper? At the first gunfight, both heroes left theirs far away, which happens multiple times. When the person they are looking for leaves a phone message saying where he is hiding, why don’t they go there?
Nits from first 20 percent:
Shouldn’t repeat each person’s name on every line of dialog.
Drumand is normally spelled Drummond.
Jean first tells him a coin like his only surface 7 years ago on ebay, and then says only 20 years ago after a hurricane.
- - should be emdash consistently.
woman(comma) and you’re
tell me(comma) Mr. Cotton
by who should be whom.
Colons overused and misused.
Run-on sentence: sidestepped it(comma) and I missed.
If I (were) your wife
Hon(apostrophe)
reefs(comma) PADI is
It’s my name now : slips from first person POV of MD to PADI and back within one paragraph.
You must park/you had to walk, is second person. We would work better.
Or never there – missing verb.
Eleven is night not evening.
He shows should be showed.
attentions easier(comma)” Cherie quipped. The next line underneath also says Cheri quipped. These paragraphs can be joined to eliminate the repetition.
Live-aboard should be plural.
Page 54, we skip an entire night and need a scene break.
Different speakers need to be in different paragraphs. Be good.” Then John piped up, “
Mad Dog addressed both Betsy and Jean, and a nonspecific “she” replied.
“Bob back(period)”
don’t use both ellipses and a comma.
Hon.,” should be hon’,”
Awkward phrasing:
a spark of recognition hit him in his blue eyes.
when I walked up and offered me
What we talked about needs to be said.
more… smarter is redundant.
Fight began to descend.
December 15, 2025
I picked this book up because I wanted a fun mystery and the island setting sounded cool, and it honestly pulled me in right away. The whole idea of a missing man mixed with an ancient gold coin was super interesting and felt kinda creepy in a good way. While reading I felt this constant tension, like something bad was always about to happen under the surface. Mad Dog Cotton stood out to me as a main character because he’s rough, stubborn, and not trying to be a hero, which made him feel real. It reminded me a little of other detective books Ive read, but the pirate history twist made it feel fresh.
My favourite part of the book was when the case starts connecting to the old pirate mystery and everything spirals into chaos. That moment when you realize this isnt just a simple missing person case really stuck with me. The theme of greed running through the story hit hard, especially how it keeps messing things up across generations. Some scenes made me feel uneasy, like the island itself wasnt as peaceful as it looks. I liked how the danger slowly builds instead of hitting you all at once.
I read this when I wanted something entertaining that didnt feel boring or slow, and it totally delivered. Emotionally it kept me hooked and a little stressed, but in a fun way. This book is great for readers who like fast paced mysteries, flawed detectives, and settings that feel alive. If you enjoy crime stories with a mix of history and dark secrets, this is a really solid start to the series. It made me want to jump straight into the next book.
My favourite part of the book was when the case starts connecting to the old pirate mystery and everything spirals into chaos. That moment when you realize this isnt just a simple missing person case really stuck with me. The theme of greed running through the story hit hard, especially how it keeps messing things up across generations. Some scenes made me feel uneasy, like the island itself wasnt as peaceful as it looks. I liked how the danger slowly builds instead of hitting you all at once.
I read this when I wanted something entertaining that didnt feel boring or slow, and it totally delivered. Emotionally it kept me hooked and a little stressed, but in a fun way. This book is great for readers who like fast paced mysteries, flawed detectives, and settings that feel alive. If you enjoy crime stories with a mix of history and dark secrets, this is a really solid start to the series. It made me want to jump straight into the next book.
November 14, 2025
The Gold of St. Croix is everything you want in a mystery-adventure — rich atmosphere, sharp pacing, and a flawed but unforgettable detective at its heart. Retired homicide cop Mad Dog Cotton gets pulled into one last case when a missing diver and a single gold coin lead to a centuries-old curse buried deep in paradise.
Tom Sedar’s writing shines with tension and texture — you can almost feel the Caribbean heat and smell the salt in the air. What starts as a simple missing-person search turns into a layered story of greed, guilt, and madness that feels both epic and intimate.
Mad Dog is the perfect old-school protagonist: stubborn, moral, scarred, and real. The mystery is well-plotted, the dialogue sharp, and the historical threads of piracy and betrayal give the book real depth. It’s part crime thriller, part treasure hunt, and part supernatural noir — and it never loses momentum.
If you love detective stories with atmosphere, danger, and a touch of the uncanny, this book is a gem. The Gold of St. Croix proves paradise can hide the darkest secrets. ⚓🔥
Tom Sedar’s writing shines with tension and texture — you can almost feel the Caribbean heat and smell the salt in the air. What starts as a simple missing-person search turns into a layered story of greed, guilt, and madness that feels both epic and intimate.
Mad Dog is the perfect old-school protagonist: stubborn, moral, scarred, and real. The mystery is well-plotted, the dialogue sharp, and the historical threads of piracy and betrayal give the book real depth. It’s part crime thriller, part treasure hunt, and part supernatural noir — and it never loses momentum.
If you love detective stories with atmosphere, danger, and a touch of the uncanny, this book is a gem. The Gold of St. Croix proves paradise can hide the darkest secrets. ⚓🔥
November 17, 2025
The Gold of St. Croix pulled me in right away. The setting feels incredibly alive — the cafés along King Street, the quiet stretches near Isaac’s Bay, and the way the author describes the old ruins and trails make you feel like you’re actually on the island. The mystery unfolds in a steady, believable way, with just enough clues and odd encounters to keep you guessing.
I really liked the mix of present-day investigation and the hints of older Caribbean history woven in. Jean’s small explanations about the old Spanish coins were especially interesting without slowing the story down. And the characters have a lot of personality — Mad Dog, Cheri, and especially PADI, who brings a surprising amount of humor and heart into some of the more serious moments.
The tension stays consistent, but it never gets over the top, and the little twists land nicely. Overall, it’s a very enjoyable read with great atmosphere and a story that feels grounded in the real character of St. Croix. I’m definitely picking up the next book in the series.
I really liked the mix of present-day investigation and the hints of older Caribbean history woven in. Jean’s small explanations about the old Spanish coins were especially interesting without slowing the story down. And the characters have a lot of personality — Mad Dog, Cheri, and especially PADI, who brings a surprising amount of humor and heart into some of the more serious moments.
The tension stays consistent, but it never gets over the top, and the little twists land nicely. Overall, it’s a very enjoyable read with great atmosphere and a story that feels grounded in the real character of St. Croix. I’m definitely picking up the next book in the series.
December 25, 2025
The Gold of St. Croix
The Gold of St. Croix introduces readers to a classic mystery setup layered with a strong sense of place. Set against the tropical backdrop of St. Croix, the story follows private detective Mad Dog Cotton as he investigates a disappearance tied to an ancient gold coin and a long-buried secret.
The novel blends traditional detective elements with island atmosphere, giving the mystery a relaxed but steadily tense pacing. The plot unfolds methodically, allowing the historical angle and modern crime to intersect in a way that keeps the stakes rising without rushing the narrative.
Character work is solid, particularly in establishing Mad Dog Cotton as a flawed but capable lead. The setting plays an important role throughout the story, adding texture and mood rather than serving as a simple backdrop. Readers who enjoy mysteries with a strong sense of location will likely appreciate how the island’s history is woven into the case.
Overall, The Gold of St. Croix is an engaging opening to the series and a good choice for readers who enjoy traditional mysteries with a distinctive setting and a touch of historical intrigue.
The Gold of St. Croix introduces readers to a classic mystery setup layered with a strong sense of place. Set against the tropical backdrop of St. Croix, the story follows private detective Mad Dog Cotton as he investigates a disappearance tied to an ancient gold coin and a long-buried secret.
The novel blends traditional detective elements with island atmosphere, giving the mystery a relaxed but steadily tense pacing. The plot unfolds methodically, allowing the historical angle and modern crime to intersect in a way that keeps the stakes rising without rushing the narrative.
Character work is solid, particularly in establishing Mad Dog Cotton as a flawed but capable lead. The setting plays an important role throughout the story, adding texture and mood rather than serving as a simple backdrop. Readers who enjoy mysteries with a strong sense of location will likely appreciate how the island’s history is woven into the case.
Overall, The Gold of St. Croix is an engaging opening to the series and a good choice for readers who enjoy traditional mysteries with a distinctive setting and a touch of historical intrigue.
October 31, 2025
The Gold of St. Croix is a captivating blend of mystery, history, and tropical danger. Tom Sedar’s writing pulls you right into the vivid world of St. Croix—sunlight, sea, and secrets. The atmosphere is rich, the pacing tight, and the mystery layered with tension and unexpected twists.
Mad Dog Cotton is a fantastic protagonist—flawed, sharp, and determined, the kind of old-school detective you can’t help but root for. The mix of pirate lore, treasure hunting, and modern-day crime gives the book a unique edge that makes it stand out among thrillers.
It’s a fast, cinematic read that keeps you guessing until the final reveal. Perfect for anyone who loves adventure, Caribbean settings, and stories where greed, ghosts, and gold collide. I’ll definitely be continuing with the series!
Mad Dog Cotton is a fantastic protagonist—flawed, sharp, and determined, the kind of old-school detective you can’t help but root for. The mix of pirate lore, treasure hunting, and modern-day crime gives the book a unique edge that makes it stand out among thrillers.
It’s a fast, cinematic read that keeps you guessing until the final reveal. Perfect for anyone who loves adventure, Caribbean settings, and stories where greed, ghosts, and gold collide. I’ll definitely be continuing with the series!
March 30, 2026
This story grabs your attention right away with a missing husband, a strange gold coin, and a case that goes way beyond what you thought it would. Mad Dog Cotton, a retired detective, is forced to take on what seems like a simple search on the beautiful island of St. Croix. But what starts out as a favor quickly turns into a dangerous and greedy mystery that has been going on for hundreds of years. The suspense and high stakes create a sense of excitement that will keep mystery fans eager to see what happens next. This is a wonderful choice if you like mysteries with a little bit of history and a lot on the line.
October 19, 2025
Betsy Rourk asks a homicide detective, Mad Dog Cotton, to find her missing husband. Initially, Mad Dog is reluctant to take the case because he is retired, but he changes his mind when Betsy offers a single golden piece of ancient pirate treasure. As a result, Mad Dog gets involved with a sunken treasure and murder. This book is fast-paced with many suspenseful adventures. The author vividly describes the different places on St. Croix. I found the name, Mad Dog, to be too symbolic. This book is well written, and I kept reading it quickly until the end.
November 7, 2025
A Missing Man, an Ancient Gold Coin, and an Evil Unleashed That Threatens Paradise* is a gripping tropical mystery that blends crime, history, and the supernatural with masterful ease. Set on the lush island of St. Croix, retired detective Mad Dog Cotton is pulled into a web of danger when a missing diver and a piece of pirate treasure spark a centuries-old curse. The story moves quickly, balancing suspense with rich island atmosphere and a touch of dark legend. It’s a thrilling, fast-paced read that fans of mystery and adventure will devour in one sitting.
December 4, 2025
As a big sucker for a mystery, and this book delivered exactly the escape I needed. Retired detective is a gritty, compelling lead, and the hook of taking a missing person case in exchange for an ancient gold coin immediately grabbed my attention. Author does a fantastic job blending Caribbean history with a fast-paced modern treasure hunt. The island setting is so vivid I could practically feel the humidity and weather there. It’s a thrilling mix of greed, danger, and suspense that kept me turning pages late into the night.
April 12, 2026
“The Gold of St. Croix” follows “Mad Dog” Cotton as he investigates the disappearance of a local man in St. Croix.
Overall, I was a bit torn on this story. I really enjoyed the first third of the book. The mystery of the disappearance and the treasure mixed in with some history and an assailant was intriguing. I also loved the setting and found the author clearly described the environment including having a good feel for “island life” and the people. Find the full blog post at heatherlbarksdale.com
I received a copy of this story in exchange of a fair and honest review.
Overall, I was a bit torn on this story. I really enjoyed the first third of the book. The mystery of the disappearance and the treasure mixed in with some history and an assailant was intriguing. I also loved the setting and found the author clearly described the environment including having a good feel for “island life” and the people. Find the full blog post at heatherlbarksdale.com
I received a copy of this story in exchange of a fair and honest review.
April 1, 2026
I picked up The Gold of St. Croix looking for a light adventure, and it ended up being more engaging than I expected. The island setting really stood out to me—it felt vivid and added a lot to the story’s atmosphere. I enjoyed following the mystery and uncovering clues along the way, and the pacing kept me interested without dragging. It’s the kind of book that’s easy to get into and fun to stick with until the end.
June 9, 2026
The Gold of Saint Croix by Tom Seder is an enjoyable murder mystery with strong pacing, plenty of intrigue, and vivid descriptions that bring the setting to life. The mystery unfolds gradually, revealing clues and twists at just the right moments to keep readers guessing. With an engaging plot, compelling atmosphere, and satisfying resolution, it’s a well-crafted whodunit that mystery fans should enjoy.
October 31, 2025
Action packed!
This book is action packed! When you see names in a book like, Horseman, Po po and mad dog, you know you’ll have a lot of action in that book. Oh, and Ray! There’s always a Ray! You’ll also see phrases like, well-armed teens! So you can have an idea of what to expect.
This book is action packed! When you see names in a book like, Horseman, Po po and mad dog, you know you’ll have a lot of action in that book. Oh, and Ray! There’s always a Ray! You’ll also see phrases like, well-armed teens! So you can have an idea of what to expect.
February 21, 2026
A fun read that is set against the lush backdrop of St. Croix, this island thriller delivers mystery, menace, and high-stakes adventure in bucket loads. In this novel retired detective Mad Dog Cotton is drawn into a missing-person case by an irresistible piece of ancient pirate gold but he also uncovers a dark, four-hundred-year-old secret.
October 26, 2024
Such a fun, well-written story that keeps you guessing at every turn. The main character, Mad Dog, is my absolute favorite. If you’re looking for something that’s a mix of adventure, mystery, and humor, you have to check this books out. You’ll seriously love it!
October 19, 2025
Thrilling Island Mystery!
A fast-paced, vividly written story full of twists and danger. Mad Dog Cotton is a fantastic character—gritty, smart, and real. Couldn’t stop reading until the end!
A fast-paced, vividly written story full of twists and danger. Mad Dog Cotton is a fantastic character—gritty, smart, and real. Couldn’t stop reading until the end!
November 16, 2025
I loved the blend of Caribbean charm and dark, centuries-old danger. Mad Dog’s search for the missing diver turns into something much bigger, and the tension just keeps climbing. Really fun read with a great sense of place.
February 18, 2026
I was completely hooked! Mad Dog Cotton is a detective you won't forget rugged, fascinating, and armed with just the right mix of toughness and humanity. The brilliant fusion of a contemporary crime plot with long-buried historical secrets gives the entire story a captivating, eerie depth.
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