Cruelest Month (Ray Elkins Thriller Series)

As winter gives way to spring in Cedar County, local residents become intrigued by Vincent Fox’s self-published book about a mysterious lost treasure linked to Al Capone, prompting a search along the beaches. When Fox unexpectedly disappears, Sheriff Ray Elkins and Detective Sue Lawrence delve into a complex mystery that blurs the lines between fact and fiction, also uncovering clues to a long-unsolved murder. Praised for its craftsmanship and vivid depiction of northern Michigan, this police procedural combines engaging storytelling with a richly textured setting.