“He was killed to keep him quiet!”

That’s what Wanda tells MacFarland when the curvy construction worker comes to him with a tale of conspiracy, fraud, and murder.

Why come to MacFarland? He’s a washed-out cop-turned hot dog vendor, still obsessed with the fact that his wife’s killer is walking free. He wonders darkly if his former co-workers sent Wanda to him with a tale of wrongful death, crime, and murder as an elaborate prank.

MacFarland’s not even sure he can win back the respect of his former partner, tough-as-nails
Detective Cynthia Pierson.

But as a woman who works in the construction yard, Wanda is tough and determined. No one else will investigate her friend’s murder. MacFarland realizes that Wanda is right…. there’s some conspiracy going on the construction site.

Can he find out who the killer is before the next body hits the cement?

If you enjoy seeing the down-and-out underdog get back on his feet to find justice, you’ll love this book and love the whole The Hot Dog Detective series.

This is a cozy mystery with an ex-cop / private detective sleuth. Each book stands alone, but the slow-burn romance between Mac and Cyn, and Mac’s friendship with his wise but humorous homeless vet friend, Rufus, will keep you coming back for characters who have each other’s backs.