Deadwood's Mansion Mystery: DEADWOOD REVIVED (MARCUS LYNETTE MYSTERY EXPLORATION), #3

By Peyton Dinwiddie

Embrace the Unexpected: A Spellbinding Chapter in the Deadwood Revived Series Unfolds!
In the shadowed corridors of Deadwood, where secrets linger and danger looms, the Lynette family faces another haunting visit from Death. In the gripping third installment of the "Deadwood Revived (Marcus Lynette Mystery Exploration)" series, tensions rise, and the stakes become even higher.

As Marcus embarks on a relentless quest for answers to the enigmatic deaths of Lona and Grace Bradly and the assault on the revered Four Clovers Casino, the trio of detectives—Raymond, Gina, and Marcus—stumble upon a sprawling criminal empire with elusive ties to the formidable Bradly Corporation. Yet, proof remains elusive, leaving Marcus crushed and grappling in the dark.

Amidst the relentless pursuit of truth, a spectral figure named Tim emerges, revealing the hidden recesses of the investigation into the deaths of Grace Bradly and Lona Lynette. A ghost from the past, Tim sheds light on the shadows cast upon Deadwood's social and legal balance.

In this murder mystery for adults, Theo Bradly's arch-rival becomes an unexpected ally, injecting clarity into the investigation in the most peculiar ways. Yet, as the flames of passion burn brighter between Marcus and Gina, their professional paths diverge, introducing new challenges.

The Bradly family faces intense scrutiny, forcing Theo to make a fateful decision that will forever alter the nature of the investigation and scar his image. As the detectives uncover answers, more intriguing questions arise, revealing that the seemingly headless monster of the Deadwood crime world may have two heads. To dismantle one, they must negotiate with the enemy, and this murder mystery for adults delivers an electrifying punch.

For our engaged and discerning readers who crave unexpected plot twists and emotionally charged storytelling, "Deadwood's Mansion Mystery" takes you on a rollercoaster of complexities. As the detective trio races against time, you will experience a gripping narrative that challenges your intellect, providing the satisfaction of resolving mysteries while maintaining a realistic and engaging writing style.

Get ready for a fresh and exciting continuation of the "Deadwood Revived" series, where the unexpected awaits at every turn. Click the link button and immerse yourself in a world where suspense and romance intertwine, offering a perfect balance for the mystery connoisseur.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Peyton Dinwiddie
• Release date: Mar 1, 2022
• ISBN: 9798224495092

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DEADWOOD'S MANSION MYSTERY

A GRIPPING MURDER MYSTERY WITH JAWDROPPING TWISTS | BOOK 3

PEYTON DINWIDDIE

Copyright © 2022 PEYTON DINWIDDIE

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Contents

Title Page

Copyright

THANK YOU GIFT

CHAPTER ONE

CHAPTER TWO

CHAPTER THREE

CHAPTER FOUR

CHAPTER FIVE

CHAPTER SIX

AFTERWORD

EXCERPT FOR DEADWOOD’S CREEK MYSTERY (BOOK 4)

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CHAPTER ONE

Marcus woke to an unpleasant chill against the walls of his nose. It was about three a.m., and it was quiet and still but for the crickets. He had slept slouched, reading a book, and had forgotten to close the window. His eyes felt dry, and he pressed hard against them before finally pulling himself out of bed to shut the window. He was still exhausted and sleepy, yet he could not fall back asleep, so with his eyes tightly shut, Marcus imagined what the day might be like when he got up in few hours.

His mind settled upon the image of Gina Hardaway, and he could not deny that a broad smile took root on his lips. It felt awkward but somehow good. They had only been introduced recently, yet he already felt so dearly for her. He'd thought about her the previous day during every waking hour. He could not tell, but he knew something was happening to him.

Still, there was the stealth feeling of sombreness somewhere in his mind. Maybe it was because he had become self-conscious of the fact that he was alone of late. Marcus felt a faint surge of sadness, but it was without reason.

Slowly, as he meditated and drifted into a light sleep, Gina's image was what he saw. It made sense, seeing as how he had been thinking long and hard about her as he'd waited to fall asleep.

In his dream, she did not come to him as a young person. She was dressed in old clothes and was at his home in Sioux Falls. Maybe, if he thought long and hard about it, he would discover they were Patricia’s home clothes, of which she was most fond while growing up. She was a sweet lady in his dream, sitting on a rocking chair, and she made him sit on her lap as though he were a child. He did this, and she cuddled him as she rocked her chair.

Marcus, darling. Never let the bigger boys push you around, she said in the dream as they bonded.

Tears broke through his closed eyes as he slept. His mom had said those words to him as a toddler, and it was the only sanitary memory he had of her from that time.

He heard a buzz as if from a fly. Gina lifted one of her hands