Crossing the Patriline

In the first installment of the Detective Inspector Stratton Mysteries, follow DI Stratton as he delves into a long-buried case connected to a powerful Tasmanian family. Set in the historic Midlands town of Oatlands, the investigation uncovers hidden motives and old secrets, challenging Stratton’s career and loyalties. With political pressures mounting and resistance from within, he must navigate a complex web of loyalties and truths. Narrated with engaging Australian character and sense of place, this crime mystery offers psychological tension, dry humor, and compelling storytelling.