Missing

Book info: Missing (Paperback, 262 pages – iUniverse, 2013) – iUniverse, 2013. Language: Eng.

Condition: Good

In this gripping installment of the Folly Beach Mystery series, readers join sixty-year-old retiree Chris Landrum as he attempts to enjoy a tranquil life on a picturesque South Carolina island. However, his plans take an unexpected turn when a local teenager, Samuel Perkins, claims to have witnessed the kidnapping of a beauty queen. As Chris and his friend Charles, who fancies himself a detective, delve into the mystery, they quickly find themselves embroiled in a web of crime that includes a rising body count and a police department rife with conflict. With a new mayor harboring a personal grudge against Chris, the stakes become even higher as they race against time to uncover the truth. This illustrated edition not only enhances the reading experience with visual elements but also immerses the audience in the captivating coastal setting and the intriguing characters that populate it. Students of criminal justice or those interested in mystery literature will find valuable lessons in investigation techniques, the complexities of human behavior, and the interplay of community dynamics as Chris and Charles enlist the help of an eclectic cast of characters to solve the case before more lives are lost.