Final Look: An International Crime Novel (A Christine Lane Mystery Book 1)

One island. 500 people. One murderer.Can police officer Christine Lane flush out the killer before the next victim falls?"Original and entrancing."—Maureen Jennings, author of Murdoch MysteriesChristine Lane's transfer to the idyllic community of Toronto Island has buried her policing career and any chance of promotion. One week into her new patrol, a protest on Toronto Island devolves into a riot. Christine lands up in the hospital and an Islander is found dead.The deputy chief questions Christine's toughness and suggests she return to the tamer landscape of the Women's Bureau. Scrambling to save her job and find justice for the victim, Christine doubles down on her investigation into the Islander's death.When the murderer realizes Christine is on the trail, a cat and mouse game ensues. Will it be Christine or the killer caught in the trap?Final Look is the first book in... On an island full of intrigue, a killer's identity is the best-kept secret. Policewoman Christine Lane felt the humiliation like a slap. Transferred to a sleepy island station, she could almost hear her career screeching to a halt. During a violent protest on Toronto Island, a resident is found dead and Christine is hurt. Her boss threatens to sack her for incompetence and she vows to maintain a low profile. When the homicide leads dry up, Christine is shocked when investigators move on to their next case. So she secretly gathers information on suspects, digging up local dirt. When Christine is ambushed, she knows she is closing in on the perpetrator. Can she flush out the murderer before she is shut down for good? Final Look is the first standalone book in the award-winning Christine Lane mystery series. If you like strong female protagonists, a lush island setting and page-turning suspense, then you'll love Dianne Scott's Final Look. Buy FINAL LOOK for an engrossing mystery featuring an unforgettable female sleuth. Perfect for fans of Karin Slaughter's COP TOWN, Edward Conlon's THE POLICEWOMEN'S BUREAU and Louise Penny's ARMAND GAMACHE series. "Original and entrancing"–Maureen Jennings, author of Murdoch Mysteries Crime Writers of Canada Excellence in Crime Writing Award Winner Christine Lane’s transfer to the crime-free community of Toronto Island has buried her policing career and chances of promotion. One week into her new patrol, a protest on Toronto Island devolves into a riot. Christine lands up in the hospital and an Islander is found dead. The deputy chief questions Christine’s ability to hack the rougher side of policing and suggests she return to the tamer landscape of the Women’s Bureau. Scrambling to save her job and find justice for the victim, Christine doubles down on her investigation into the Islander’s death. When the murderer realizes Christine is on the trail, a cat and mouse game ensues. Will it be Christine or the killer caught in the trap?