The award-winning novel The Godfather of Dance is the first Jade Riley Mystery. Out now with Next Chapter Publishing. Find it on Amazon US, Amazon AU, or Books2read.
Murder. Dance. Family secrets.
Rookie journalist Jade Riley moves to Houston, determined to write the story that will launch her career. Soon, her ballroom dance instructor leads her to an infamous cold case.
Anton Valencio has spent years trying to outrun his past. Born into a notorious New Orleans crime family, now a respected dance instructor, Anton is consumed by grief – and suspicion. His fiancée’s murder remains unsolved, but he’s convinced he knows who killed her.
Together, Jade and Anton delve into a tangled web of betrayal and long-buried secrets. But danger lurks: someone is determined to keep the family’s darkest truths hidden … and will stop at nothing to silence them. Can Jade solve the case before she and Anton become the next victims?
A fast-paced, atmospheric mystery, THE GODFATHER OF DANCE is the first book in Andrea Barton’s Jade Riley Mysteries series. It won a Literary Titan gold award.
To find out more about Jade Riley, check out Andrea’s blog post, Writing a Mystery: Introducing Jade Riley
Praise for The Godfather of Dance:
What people are saying about The Godfather of Dance:
“Absolutely loved The Godfather of Dance. Couldn’t put it down!!! Can’t wait for the next book! Andrea, congratulations! Your storytelling takes readers on a roller coaster ride!”
Janet Osmond
“A riveting mystery spanning Houston and New Orleans that doesn’t let up the pace.”
Sarah Hawthorn, author of The Dilemma and A Voice in the Night
“I thoroughly enjoyed this story—it has an absolutely cracking pace, so many fabulous twists, and a female lead I could relate to. Andrea hooked me and just when I thought the pressure was easing, she added some more.”
Kate Murdock, author of Stone Circle and The Orange Grove
“A compelling story, with many twists and surprises, driven by sharply drawn characters who keep revealing new aspects to themselves.”
Nadine Davidoff, Editor
“A new heroine to fall in love with.”
Bella Ellwood-Clayton, author of Weekend Friends
“The tension. The pace. Excellent. A definite page turner. Finished it after midnight.”
Lisa Heidke (Darcy), author of Should You Keep a Secret? and Lily’s Little Flower Shop
“Edge of your seat reading.”
Sue Anderson, Editorial Head New Authors Collective
“The author’s descriptions are terrific. As the action moves from one city to the next, there is a palpable sense of place. The everyday choreography of people moving around a space is well executed, particularly the dance sequences which show specialized knowledge of this field. Similes and analogies, too, often produced great visual imagery. It’s a fast paced read. Never a dull moment!”
Diane Clarke, author of The Photograph
See also Book 2 of the Jade Riley Mysteries, A Killer Among Friends.
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