“Moves with volcanic force to a heartfelt, gripping conclusion”
Fire and Vengeance A Koa Kāne Hawaiian Mystery
“A highly addictive plot, phenomenal characterization, a hook that immediately places the reader in the story, and easily relatable storyline, and education of living on a volcano and Hawaii all excel in Fire and Vengeance.”
The Story
Having killed his father’s nemesis and gotten away with it, Hilo, Hawai`i Chief Detective Koa Kāne, is not your ordinary cop. Estranged from his younger brother, who has been convicted of multiple crimes, he is not from a typical law enforcement family. Yet, Koa’s secret demons fuel his unwavering drive to pursue justice. Never has Koa’s motivation been greater than when he learns that an elementary school was placed atop a volcanic vent, which has now exploded. The subsequent murders of the school’s contractor and architect only add urgency to his search for the truth. As Koa’s investigation heats up, his brother collapses in jail from a previously undiagnosed brain tumor. Using his connections, Koa devises a risky plan to win his brother’s freedom. As Koa gradually unravels the obscure connections between multiple suspects, he uncovers a 40-year-old conspiracy. When he is about to apprehend the perpetrators, his investigation suddenly becomes entwined with his brother’s future, forcing Koa to choose between justice for the victims and his brother’s freedom.
Praise for Fire and Vengeance
“Interesting local details and a crackling pace”
“One of best mysteries of the year”
“One of the best books I read in 2020…nail-biting adventure”
“Cooked up tasty stew”
“Treat and learning experience”
“Unputdownable and riveting mystery”
“Page-turner to keep you up at night”
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Retribution
After someone frames his brother for murder and tries to assassinate his closest colleague, Koa realizes that he himself is the ultimate target.