Erica Jensen Mystery #1:
Damaged Goods
2021 SHAMUS AWARD NOMINEE
Erica may have survived in combat, but will she survive this case?
Unlicensed private eye Erica Jensen works as a “researcher” who performs background checks, conducts surveillance, and takes on other dubious assignments while battling PTSD and an opioid addiction. When a wealthy man hires her to find his missing daughter, Erica ends up with more work than she bargained for: a murder victim and unwanted attention from the killers.
While seeking the daughter, Erica uncovers evidence that raises questions about the dead man. Did the missing daughter know him? Did the victim have ties to an artifacts smuggling ring? As Erica tries to find the answers, she attracts the attention of people willing to kill to keep their secrets.
Marine veteran turned unlicensed PI Erica Jensen is a flawed and intriguing heroine in this meticulous mystery."
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Praise for Damaged Goods:
Mack never makes her lead’s work feel anything but realistic and captures the psyche of an addict’s struggles. Fans of flawed but empowered female detectives will be pleased with this exceptional mix of character study and detective work.
— Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
[A] fulfilling and exciting read and proof that the novella is alive and well. Highly recommended. I also hope we will see more of Mack’s strong protagonist, Erica Jensen in the future.
Best private eye novel I've read in ages. Pitch perfect pace and plot with a well-drawn protagonist.
Mack keeps the action rolling along while fleshing out a keeper of a protagonist. Excellent read for neo-noir and private eye fans!
A gritty, stunning portrayal of the impact and response to post traumatic stress, packaged inside a compelling mystery.
