A Smiley And McBlythe Mystery Collection: Volume 1

Bruce Hammack

May 2024 · Smiley and McBlythe Mystery · Bruce Hammack

About this ebook

Three murders. Two detectives. One unforgettable partnership. Join blind PI Steve Smiley and rookie detective Heather McBlythe as they solve impossible cases in this thrilling detective mystery collection.

 Exercise Is Murder

When Steve Smiley's friend drowns in his exercise pool, police call it an accident—but Smiley's instincts scream murder. Teaming up with rookie detective Heather McBlythe, the blind former homicide detective pieces together clues others missed. But someone doesn't want the truth exposed, and a bullet whistling past his ear proves this investigation could be his last.

Jingle Bells, Rifle Shells

A rifle shot shatters the Christmas shopping crowd, dropping a renowned big-game hunter to the sidewalk. When his adopted teenage daughter's first plea is not to find the killer, but to find her birth parents, the blind detective uncovers a deadly connection between her mysterious past and her father's murder. With twelve days until Christmas and suspects multiplying like mall Santas, Smiley races to deliver both justice and a Christmas miracle.

Pistols And Poinsettias

Teaching at a mystery writers’ conference is the perfect escape from painful Christmas memories for blind PI Steve Smiley until the president-elect vanishes and someone turns up dead. With a thousand mystery writers watching and rival factions at war, the blind PI must solve the case before the killer makes their next deadly move. This Christmas, he’s not worried about being alone… he just wants to survive it.

 Three edge-of-your-seat mysteries featuring the unforgettable blind detective who sees what others miss. Perfect for fans of classic whodunits in the tradition of Agatha Christie, these clean mysteries deliver intelligent sleuthing, clever deduction and satisfying twists without graphic content or foul language. Order the complete Smiley and McBlythe collection today!

What readers are saying:

“Smiley-McBlythe do not disappoint.”

“A delightful escape into a mystery, with enough clues and red herrings to keep you guessing.”

“Very entertaining. Loved it!”

“A brilliant mix of private investigator, police and lawyers.”

“I can't get enough of the detectives Steve Smiley and Heather McBlythe.”

“These stories are the perfect way to unwind.”    

Ratings and reviews

these first books are funny, intriguing and I had a hard time putting them down. I can hardly wait to get my hands on the next set. thank you Mr Hammack for a job well done.

excellent, well written and innovative Really enjoyable read.

About the author

Drawing from his extensive background in criminal justice, Bruce Hammack writes contemporary, clean read detective and crime mysteries. He is the author of the Fen Maguire Mystery series, the Smiley and McBlythe Mystery series and the Star of Justice series. Having lived in eighteen cities around the world, he now lives in the Texas hill country with his wife of thirty-plus years.

Learn more at brucehammack.com.