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Cuando la primera chica desaparece......la pista inicial es la mentira perfecta.¿Se trata de un gran encubrimiento o es un juicio precipitado?Con 20 años en la policía, el detective Luca ha visto demasiado. Un caso de violación y la investigación sobre una chica desaparecida llegan a su escritorio. Ambos casos plantean más preguntas que respuestas. El violador sigue prófugo, pero está seguro de que podrán localizarlo. El verdadero misterio reside en la adolescente desaparecida.Derrick piensa que son casos fáciles de resolver.Luca sabe que se equivoca.La fricción entre ellos es una distracción. Luca está seguro de una cosa: si no consigue averiguar el paradero de la chica desaparecida, puede que no la encuentre con vida.El tiempo corre.Te encantará este nuevo misterio del detective Luca porque es una intrincada mezcla de sospechosos y engaños que te mantendrá en vilo hasta el final.Consíguelo ahora.**Puedes empezar a leer la serie Los Misterios de Luca a partir de cualquier libro.

¿Policía o asesino? Quebrantar la ley para proteger a su familia parece razonable... hasta que deja de serlo. La vida del detective Luca queda destrozada cuando lo acusan de un asesinato por venganza. Aparece un cadáver y las cosas no pintan bien para Luca. El cuerpo es de alguien que acosó a su preciosa Mary Ann, y las circunstancias de la muerte señalan con un dedo espeluznante a Luca. Rápidamente se extiende la sospecha de que se ha vuelto un asesino y es rechazado. Pero los problemas de Luca no terminan ahí. Mientras lucha por demostrar su inocencia, un enemigo mortal anda suelto y lo tiene en la mira. Se trata de un despiadado asesino en serie al que una vez puso entre rejas, un psicópata empeñado en vengarse. Luca no tiene a quién acudir en busca de ayuda. Con el departamento aislándolo por un lado y un asesino en serie fugitivo por el otro, Luca se queda solo para limpiar su nombre y capturar al prófugo antes de que alcance a Luca. El fracaso significa que pierda su libertad... o la vida. Consígalo ahora. ** Puede empezar a leer la serie Los Misterios de Luca con cualquier libro.

El enigma de un caso pendiente La mitad de las veces, el asesino se escapa... Y el caso queda pendiente. El detective Luca sabe que hay cientos, si no miles, de asesinos por ahí. Cuando recibe una extraña llamada sobre un asesinato sin resolver, resurge la maldad que golpeó 25 años antes.>Al contemplar él mismo la paternidad, Luca se compromete a resolver el horrendo crimen. Encontrará al asesino, ofreciendo a la familia una forma de cerrar el caso.Pero hay un carrusel de sospechosos, la investigación original fue un fiasco y alguien intenta detener a Luca.>Consígalo ahora. ** Puede empezar a leer la serie Los Misterios de Luca con cualquier libro.

When justice couldn't be had......one man balanced the scales.Would he take Mr. Petersen's case?Beck's life took a bad turn when he went into the foster system, but it taught him to survive. He grew up with an unusual moral compass that let him do what needed to be done. Not every case was worth his time.Could he ignore Mr. Petersen's injustice?Caden was rich, powerful, an arrogant SOB and drunk the night he killed Mrs. Petersen. It was an open and shut case. He should be in prison, but one corrupt lawyer and a doctor who could be bought, set him free.Would Beck find a way to put things right?How far would he be willing to go?You'll love this thriller, because only one man could balance the scales in an artful way.Get it now.

$100 Million Dollars......hidden for the taking.Who would find it first?It was shaping up to be a complex case. When David Beas, a designer and partner at a local firm, turns up strangled on the beach, the list of suspects is staggering. Would his business partner kill him or was it someone who didn't like his lifestyle?A jilted ex-lover was also on the table.Before he could dig too deep into the case, Luca's life got complicated when a friend of a friend told him a secret. It was the sort of thing he wished he didn't know. It was a moral dilemma that wouldn't hurt anyone, could solve his financial problems, and make life for him and his wife easier.There was just one problem.He would have to live with his decision.You'll love this 16th stand-alone book in the Luca Mystery series because his life is about to change in the most unexpected way and you won't want to put the book down.

The pain from being abandoned never went away.After briefly coming back into her life, Joyce's mother is now gone, for good.Murdered.Detective Luca knows he shouldn't work directly with a minor, but he's a father, unable to resist the call for help.What he discovers is revolting, more disturbing than murder.A Killer Missteps is book 8, in the stand alone, Luca Mystery Series.

When the first girl goes missing......his initial lead is the perfect lie.Is this a grand cover-up or a rush to judgment?With 20 years on the force, Detective Luca has seen much. A rape case and a missing girl investigation land on his desk. Both cases have brought more questions than answers. The rapist has remained at large, but he's sure they can track him down. The real mystery lies with the missing teenage girl.Derrick thinks they're cut and dried.Luca knows he's wrong.The friction between the two of them is a distraction. Luca is sure of one thing; if he doesn't get to the bottom of the missing girl, he might not find her alive.The clock ticks.You'll love this new Detective Luca mystery because it's a twisted mix of suspects and deception that will keep you guessing until the end.*You can enter the Luca Mystery Series with any book. Start now.

The presumption was murder.Everyone assumed they knew the killer......but what if they were wrong about the crime?It was the most beautiful house on the lake. When a girl's remains are found on the property, Bill Miller seems to know something. For ten years, there had been whispers about what happened to the girl.What was he hiding?Her case wasn't Luca's priority.Between his sick wife and The Park Shore Murder, his plate was full. The press was all over it and he needed to find out who murdered the innocent woman relaxing in her backyard. Worth millions, but without any known enemies, what was the motive?Was it mistaken identity?Or something sinister?Those thoughts danced through his head as he tried to get a handle on what happened to the girl. He shouldn't be focused on her, with the other murder unsolved, but he couldn't help it.Something was off.It didn't add up.If he could just figure out what that something was, Luca's gut said the rest would fall into place.Will Luca see through the fog and lies?You'll love this latest release in the Luca Mystery collection because the twist nobody saw coming changes all the math.Get it now. *You can enter the Luca Mystery Series with any book.

Breaking the law to protect your family seems reasonable...until its not.Detective Luca's life is shattered when he's accused of a revenge killing.A corpse turns up and it doesn't look good for Luca. The body belongs to someone who harassed his precious Mary Ann, and the circumstances of death point a grisly finger at Luca. Suspicion spreads quickly that he has morphed into a killer and he's black balled.But Luca's problems don't end there. While he scrambles to prove his innocence in the murder case, a mortal enemy is on the loose and has him in his cross hairs. Its a vicious serial killer he once put behind bars, a psychopath hell-bent on revenge.Luca has nowhere to turn for help. With the department closing in one side and an escaped serial killer on the other, Luca is left on his own to clear his name and capture the escapee before he gets to Luca.Failure means he loses his freedom - or his life.

Chasing a killer can be a deadly job.Detective Luca investigates the death of a high-profile businessman, and it doesn't surprise him the man has enemies. Powerful people make powerful enemies, after all. But Luca isn't prepared for the sheer number of people the victim pissed off - nor just how influential they are. The deeper he digs, the uglier the truth grows. Luca uncovers a dark, disturbing side to the murdered man, and discovers hints of a deviancy along with membership in a secret society.Luca is treading on dangerous ground. Every clue he uncovers increases the size of the target on his back.Bringing a murderer to justice is what Luca does. He just hopes this time, he can live long enough to do it. Silencing Salter is book 7 in the stand alone Luca Mystery Series. You'll love this riveting story packed with action, first person struggles and an unpredictable ending.

When murder becomes a game......there's only one question.How many people are playing?Detective Luca knows the killer posed the victims for a reason. Each body, numbered and staged in a way that makes it evident a madman longs to show up the police. This sick lunatic wants to torment Luca as much as the people he kills.A single piece of forensic evidence changes everything.The killer might be a woman.Or could it be more than one killer?As Luca builds his case, every piece to the puzzle creates more questions than answers. When an interview with a suspect reveals a unique medical procedure from her past, it opens a world of possibilities.Is she lying?Is the killer someone who's DNA can't be trusted?You'll love this latest installment in the Detective Luca series, because to unravel this serial killer's plans, it will take thinking outside the box.*You can enter the Luca Mystery Series with any book. Start now.

Regret is a little word that lasts forever...Most homicide detectives remember their first case. For Detective Luca, it was the second one that scarred him.A runner stumbles upon a girl in a park. Dragged off a jogging path, the teenager is dead.Luca's ten years on the force did nothing to blunt the image of the kid's leaf covered body. He pledged to solve the brutal murder, believing it would help him unsee what he witnessed.But Luca was wrong, dead wrong. It wasn't the picture of the murdered teenager that would end up haunting him, but something else. Something that would frame everything going forward.It made Luca wish life had a rewind button.*This is a novella, a shorter read*

Two eighty-year old victims......had roofies in their system.Why would someone give the victims a date-rape drug?Luca has heard the rumors and now there's an official complaint. A high-end assisted-living community's ownership has been accused of abuse. It seems like a straightforward matter to investigate, but is there something more sinister going on?Is this about euthanasia or greed?Luca thinks there may be a third option.With a plate full of burglary investigations, one of which, led to the victims being pistol-whipped, Luca is swamped. Will he be able to unravel the clues and get to the truth?His gut says there's a connection......but who is behind it?Is it only about a payday?You'll love this next installment in the Luca Mystery series, because of hard-nosed, relentless, detective work and his mind for unraveling the lies and deception.*You can enter the Luca Mystery Series with any book. Start now.

A woman with a lust for risk taking...She's missing, with more suspects than evidence.While investigating a cold case and juggling family obligations, Detective Luca finds himself at the center of the mysterious disappearance of Beth Wade.As he unravels the young woman's life, the list of suspects grows exponentially. A husband, a lover, a disgruntled client, an ex, a criminal, a loan shark-they all had motive to harm Beth, but the evidence against any of them is sketchy, at best.The truth seems just out of Luca's grasp, but he's determined to uncover the truth about what happened the night she vanished. With political pressure to handle the case sensitively limiting his investigation, and personal concerns weighing down on him, Luca must press ahead and trust his gut...or risk losing the perpetrator forever.Unexpected Stakes is a stand-alone story in the best-selling, Luca Mystery series.

It was his first time......being grilled by Internal Affairs.Could Luca clear his name in time?As a new gang, pushing a deadly and addictive drug cocktail, threatens the city, Luca is on the sidelines. Yes, mistakes were made. He should have vetted the informant better and his partner shouldn't have gone in alone. The shooter was dead, but there were two problems.The guilt about his partner was killing him......and the man who ordered the hit was still out there.While Derrick lay in the hospital clinging to life, Luca had one thing on his mind. But was he thinking clearly?Or did he just want revenge?You'll love this latest Luca Mystery, because the battle to stop the gang is about more than keeping the streets safe.*You can enter the Luca Mystery Series with any book. Start now.

They sent a message......by stealing part of his daughter's liver.Will it end Cory's fight against the black market for organs?In a Mt. Sinai hospital room, a young boy lays dying. Learning what happened to the child, Cory decided to do something about it. The botched illegal transplants wouldn't stop unless he shone a light on it.He had a plan.It started with the press-conference......and that might have been a mistake.The Chinese gang behind the transplant ring doesn't like anyone sticking their nose into their business. There was a lot on the line, and they played for keeps.With his family terrified, Cory had no choice...Mr. Black was coming out of retirement.You'll love this medical thriller, because this is Cory's biggest fight, yet. It will keep you turning the pages and may cost you some sleep.

His big music career break......was because of a lie.Did someone know his secret?Cory struggled for years in Manhattan, but just couldn't get a hit. It wore on him and he was desperate. Late one night at the studio, he took a chance, and it made all the difference.But was it a risk that could ruin him?Would he be able to live with what he'd done?As his career took off, the money, fame, and success came with a price he never imagined. His marriage was in trouble. And someone was out to destroy him.Would he lose everything he cared about?You'll love this suspenseful thriller, because the lines sometimes get blurry and the path to redemption isn't easily traveled.Get it now.

Luca had seen it before... ...the spouses left behind never believed. Had John really abandoned his drop-dead gorgeous wife? All Luca knew was the 53-year old engineer was gone. She described him in a way that was kind, but sounded like she meant boring, still, there wasn't any reason he should have vanished. It was hard to imagine John had a reason to leave the woman standing before him. Something didn't add up. Why hadn't John gotten on his flight? In cases like this, Luca never trusted the client. And he could tell this one had skeletons. She wouldn't like it, but his job was to dig. The first thing he discovered shouldn't have shocked him, but it did. Luca didn't judge. The things this couple did behind closed doors may not have been his cup of tea, but it made him consider the possibility that John wasn't missing. When sex enters any equation, it changes the math. Was it murder? You'll love this latest Luca mystery, because nobody is who they seem, especially John. *You can enter the Luca Mystery Series with any book. Start now.

A couple of bad decisions......and he was the perfect one to frame for murder.But who is out to get Cory?It was true, his ex-manager, back in his pop music days, had stolen from him, and it made him mad. Words were exchanged and maybe a threat or two, but for Cory it was all bluster. He never thought it would come back to haunt him.Now, he sat in a cell.The evidence against might be enough to convict.What was his next move?Barney Tower, at age 50, was a high-priced lawyer and had a reputation for winning. People said he would do anything to get the job done. He knew it to be true. Barney was just the sort of guy Cory needed on his side. There's just one thing he didn't know.His lawyer might be playing a different game.Could Barney be trusted?Should Cory run?You'll love this suspenseful thriller, because this frame job may be watertight and if Cory is going to prove he's innocent, he just might have to change the rules.

Prison or death?Betrayal or self preservation?As the 1970's melt into the 80's, Staten Island is loaded with gangsters and wannabes.It's where an unspoken code rules and where difficult choices are made.Its also where Tommy, a world-class schemer, calls home. Used to working alone, he goes outside his comfort zone, upping the stakes by joining forces with a clever gang. It's only a matter of time before things go wrong.A gripping, white knuckled read by best selling author Dan Petrosini.Read Complicit Witness now.

When a detective second-guesses his gut, he'll have to get creative to catch the killer.Luca worries cancer and divorce have dulled his razor-sharp instincts. So the detective is relieved when his next murder case seems like a no-brainer.When the wealthy victim is found dead in her private-island home, the gold-digging husband seems like the obvious killer.As Luca digs deeper and follows the clues, however, he uncovers a whole new line-up of possible suspects. No longer able to rely on his gut feelings, Luca puts the victim's sordid affairs and her rivalries under the microscope.With time running out, Detective Luca must find a way to regain his swagger and solve the case before the killer strikes again.The Serenity Murder is the third book in the riveting Luca Mystery police procedural series. If you like hardened detectives, unexpected plot twists, and seeing the crime from multiple points of view, then you'll love Dan Petrosini's gripping whodunit.Buy The Serenity Murder today and hold on for a white-knuckled police procedural!

Half of the time, the killer gets away...and the case goes cold.Detective Luca knows there are hundreds, if not thousands of killers out there. When he receives a strange call about an unsolved murder, the evil that struck 25 years earlier resurfaces.A teenage girl brutally murdered. A younger brother who was with her that night. A devastated mother, unable to move on.Contemplating fatherhood himself, Luca commits to solving the horrific crime. He'll find the killer, offering the family a measure of closure.But there are a carousel of suspects, the original investigation was botched and someone is trying to stop Luca.Someone who isn't afraid to kill again.

The clock is ticking......as the hunt for a serial killer continues.Fear grips the city.Frank's fight with cancer continues, but it's not keeping him off the job. This killer is clever. As chemo clouds his mind, he struggles with a nagging feeling that something isn't right.Is the killer toying with him?Will he choose justice or vengeance?His partner, Mary Ann, has her doubts, too. The leads are few and seem to be telling different stories. Her profiling skills are put to the test as she wonders if they're chasing a single killer. Is she letting her affection for Frank cloud her judgment?As the body count rises......the new sheriff doesn't think Frank's up to it.Will they be able to stop the murders and save Frank's job?

Peter hated him......and the murder was brutal.Could he really be the killer?Peter served his country in Afghanistan. The brain injury was severe. To survive in the hospital, he kept his focus on the one thing that mattered, Mary. What he found back home, broke him.Mary was with Billy, the bully who terrorized his childhood.When the police arrested him for Billy's murder, they had just one problem......Peter claimed he couldn't remember what he did that night.Detective Luca's career can't afford another mistake. This case could be a problem, though, as the obvious suspect doesn't remember a thing. Is Peter trying to pull a fast one?Who else could have done it?There's more at play than meets the eye. Politics and personal demons plague him. Luca's career and maybe his life are on the line.