THE GIRL ON THE YACHT

When Criminology Professor Marin Ryan docks her new boat in the Blue Water Marina, she catches sight of cyber-security guru John Hunter on his yacht in the next slip over. It had been a long time since she had last seen her college lover, but her feelings are still there.

The Blue Water Marina proves to be a haven for other interesting characters, brought together by their mutual love of the sea and the boaters’ lifestyle. Like old friends, they seem to make themselves at home with the reader, snuggle up on the sofa, and move in for the evening.
A few slips down is the lovable movie star Raphael Montoya with his old fishing boat that reminds him of his humbler beginnings. A young plastic surgeon, Mitch Taylor, docked across from Marin, has a secret life of his own and disappears regularly. And, let’s not forget Bailey, the beagle.

The next morning, Marin finds the body of a woman in the water and discovers that the psychologist was a beloved member of E-Dock. Homicide Investigator Cameron West is assigned the case with her powerhouse team. Marin, the former FBI agent, and John, the computer expert, are drawn into the case.

The victim’s covert life puts the investigation at risk when they are denied access to information. With great stealth, John’s hacking uncovers the thread that breaks the case open in an entirely different direction––one that puts Marin, John, and Cameron in peril––they now know too much.

“Excellent mystery with a love story thrown in. It was an exciting novel that kept you on the edge of your seat. I have read several books by the Donahues and they all have been great! When you get an expert in computer security, an investigator and a writer trying to solve a crime, there have to be twists and turns in the solving of a crime.” 5 star Amazon review