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When a priceless ruby ring winds up in the hands of an honest mayor, the criminal underworld will stop at nothing to get it back, even if it means dragging close friends into the crossfire.

Originally published in 2022, The first edition of The Midnight Ruby established itself as a classic noir, introducing readers to the crime-ridden streets of a fictionalized Las Vegas set in post-war America.

Now, in this sharp, fast-paced second edition, prepare to revisit the story of moral bankruptcy, self-centered romance, and desperate people trying to change.

In the wake of the infamous Yorkshire Ripper’s arrest, a new Ripper has seemingly come to take up the mantle…

When a body is discovered bearing a label that reads “victim three of eight,” private detective Michael Hightower is all too excited to take the case. However, Chief Inspector Richard Graham proves a constant thorn in Michael’s side, intent to keep him out of official police business. As Michael and Graham both continue to operate with incomplete evidence, the Ripper continues to scratch names off his list, expertly covering his tracks before vanishing without a trace.

Between investigating crime scenes, Michael spends his time with Paige Steele, a close friend turned lover, and Sophie Tate, Paige’s closest confidant. Paige’s twin brother Paul, studying to follow in Michael’s footsteps, provides aid wherever he can, despite the lack of information left behind in the killer’s wake. But, as the case progresses and tensions rise among the friend group, Michael can’t help but suspect that everyone is keeping a secret from him.

To unravel the mystery and unmask the Ripper, Michael Hightower will have to seek help from his hero, learn the truth about a case from his past, and put aside his pride before it’s too late…