Blood at the Whistletop

Set in Florida during the Gilded Age, this fast-paced mystery follows railroad detective Jimmy Lee "Choctaw" Parker as he investigates the murder of a surveyor and geologist, navigating through Tampa, Ybor City, and along the Florida Southern Railroad. Facing a cast of complex characters and confronting political and criminal threats, Parker seeks to uncover the truth in a vivid historical setting. Praised for its engaging storytelling and well-crafted characters, the novel offers a compelling glimpse into a turbulent era.