The Obituary (2) (Jefferson Morgan Mysteries #2)

By: Ron Franscell

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Synopsis: A corpse sends a simple scientist into a dark world of conspiracy and murder in this crime thriller by the USA Today–bestselling author The Deadline.When a world-renowned forensic anthropologist journeys to Winchester, Wyoming, to examine the long-dead remains of a woman who claimed to be Etta Place—the Old West&’s most mysterious and legendary female outlaw—he&’s not expecting to find a man&’s headless corpse in her crypt. The grisly discovery plunges him and Jefferson Morgan—the editor of the weekly Winchester Bullet—into a shadowy and deadly world of satellite-savvy highway pirates, rural meth labs, computer hackers and old-fashioned corruption. And they might not survive the fall….&“Gorgeously written, complex and satisfying—a damn near perfect mystery.&”—John Lescroart, New York Times–bestselling author&“A great job with a fresh, original idea. The Obituary weaves elements of the best forensics writers at work today, as well as the best detective writers—a great mix.&”—Michael Palmer, New York Times–bestselling author