Treasure & Treachery:

by Kady Hinojosa

In her search for the truth, she could lose everything.

The Texas Hill Country holds many secrets—but none as dangerous as the lost treasure of legendary outlaw Billy Miner.

Financial advisor Claire St. John never imagined that striking up a friendship with reclusive William Miner would lead her into a deadly game. His wild stories of hidden gold seem like nothing more than folklore—until he's murdered, and Claire becomes the next target.

Thrust into a world of betrayal and greed, Claire discovers that the past isn’t buried—it’s waiting to be unearthed. As she follows the trail of a missing fortune, she unravels a century-old mystery that powerful enemies will kill to keep hidden.

Now, with time running out and danger closing in, Claire must decide how far she's willing to go for the truth. Because the deeper she digs, the more she stands to lose—not just the treasure, but her life.

236 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 26, 2025

About the author

Author, blogger, wife, step-mom, Grammy of six, born and raised in California, live in Texas, cancer survivor (see my blog for more info), playing with my grandkids makes my day, family is everything, love suspense/thrillers, mysteries, romance, no horror, all Janet Evanovich, Nora Roberts/J.D. Robb books, love cats, like dogs, exercise addict (walking, running, biking, golfing, hiking, swimming, boot camp, weights), very organized, balance finances to the penny (definitely anal about that), hard worker, love the military and their families-they rock!, Navy veteran married to Army 26-yr aviator (Apaches, Cobras) veteran, men in uniform are hot (especially my hubby), Texas Two-Stepper in Luckenbach, honest and kind, good sense of humor, travel is in my blood, volunteer in my community, math aficionado, enjoy helping others, enjoy making movies from pictures and videos for friends and family, a bit shy and semi-introverted, Heartland, Yellowstone, Schitts Creek, Hallmark movies, crier for almost any reason watching movies/shows and singing National Anthem, admire Priscilla Shirer, not a coffee or alcohol drinker, cruising is a blast, scuba diver, not a fan of thunderstorms but love watching rain fall, a bit of a control freak, oldies but goodies and country music.

Reviews

[Sienna S'Zell · Rating 5 out of 5]

A well-written, easy read. My only complaint would be the lazy proofreading which allowed various people's names to be switched, causing a pausing in reading. Otherwise, 5 stars for completion, maybe a 3 stars book for character development and interest.

[Kathleen A. Redding · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a fun crime mystery to read.

[Archie Shipp · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kady Hinojosa has continued to build out her excellent Texas Hill Country characters and sends them on a modern-day treasure hunt! I loved the connection between the Old West outlaw and a modern-day rancher. I can't wait to read the next installment.