Hermit's Peak A Kevin Kerney Novel

Now available in paperback, the fourth ;and best in a series that was never less than professional and is now approaching distinguished ; ( Kirkus Reviews) featuring seasoned Santa Fe cop Ken Kerney.When Kevin Kerney, deputy chief of the New Mexico State Police, inherits an unexpected windfall of 6,400 acres of high-county land, the last thing he wants to think about is work. But while visiting his new property, he comes across an ailing stray dog that leads him to the butchered bones of a murder victim near the rugged mountain of Hermit's Peak. After assigning the case to his subordinates, Kerney returns to Santa Fe to spend time with Sara Brannon, a career army officer who is visiting him on holiday. But his time with Sara must wait when another body is found at Hermit's Peak. Now, Kerney must unearth the shattering truth about his new land and follow a twisting trail of blood through the majestic landscape of the American Southwest.

Michael McGarrity is the author of Tularosa, nominated for an Anthony Award, Mexican Hat, and Serpent Gate. A former deputy sheriff for Santa Fe County, he established the first Sex Crimes Unit there and led it to award-winning status. He has also served as an instructor at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy and as an investigator for the New Mexico Public Defender's Office. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.