The Most Curious Case

by Jason Fischer

When a foreign dignitary’s secretary is found stabbed to death inside a locked office in the mayor's mansion, disgraced detective Rex Haining is reluctantly pulled back into the world that cast him out. Forced to navigate a web of departmental politics, clashing egos, and a high-stakes political cover-up, Rex must use his singular brilliance to solve an impossible crime.

76 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 25, 2025

Reviews

[Georgia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mysterious novella

This quick read is an easy page turner of a mystery. I enjoyed following the clues and trying to solve the mystery myself. There was a nice little twist in the middle and the ending was on point.

[Angela Costa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great novella. I will be reading more work from Jason Fischer. I mean who doesn't love a good gum shoe story? Rex puts up with no crap, walks the thin line between reckless and savant. This was a fun ride.

[Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great quick read. The mystery was well done, but the chemistry between Penny and Rex was the highlight. I would definitely read more with them.

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved how short this story was! I was invested the whole time and was able to read it quickly.

[Dave · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thanks to author Jason Fischer for this free Kindle copy of The Most Curious Case.

An engaging, tight story. Just a few editing oversights. Otherwise, a good read. Nicely done cover.