Blood on the Crossties

In this Victorian-era historical mystery, railroad detective Choctaw Parker is tasked with solving a complex robbery and murder case that threatens the success of Florida's inaugural Gulf Chautauqua event. As he investigates the theft of payroll and army rifles, Parker must navigate a tangled web of politics, racial tensions, and personal vendettas, working alongside rivals and allies alike. With stakes high and danger close, Parker's pursuit of justice uncovers deeper conflicts rooted in history and greed.