Deadly Relations

In the eleventh installment of Terry Odell’s Mapleton Mystery series, Police Chief Gordon Hepler faces a tense crisis when a man threatening to set off an explosive is revealed to be his brother-in-law, leading him on a search for his missing ex-wife. As he navigates complex community issues, political pressures, and personal challenges, Gordon must balance his responsibilities to protect Mapleton and uncover hidden truths. This cozy mystery weaves small-town dynamics with suspense and humor, featuring familiar characters and new surprises.