Garwood would soon be captivated by this homeless man living on the streets of Montreal. What power did he have and why did Adam take him on with no retainer or promise of future payment?Much against the advice of his partner and friends, he delves into and uncovers the corruption, cover ups and payoffs involving top executives working for one of Canada s largest pharmaceutical companies. As the story unfolds, Adam is disillusioned with Gritty when his true identity is revealed. Murder, exploitation and the stealthy night life of the rich and famous come to play as Adam watches them navigate Montreal s secret passageways searching for lust and medicating themselves in order to deal with the light of day. Was it all worth it? Would Richard, his partner forgive him? But most of all, would Gritty find justice or perhaps would justice find Gritty?"
Colleen was born and raised in and around Montreal. Her love for the city has led her to write her first published novels, “Lil’s Way” and “Jaded.” She also has written, The Adam Garwood Detective Series with “Yolk” being book 1 and “Gritty” book 2. All books are published with Waldorf Publishing.
She is best known for her strong characters and her vivid imagination. Her love for mystery and suspense has made for a very descriptive read. She will continue to focus her many characters and writing within Montreal, the area in which she grew up and loves.
She has done public speaking and will always be known as a people person. Her passion is writing but her true love is her family. She is a wife, and the mother of five grown children and five grandchildren. When not writing she spends her time travelling with her husband, Mike. She loves reading, watching old movies, cooking and crocheting. She is also continuing her studies, with aspirations of becoming a certified Editor.
She started writing as soon as she could read, but never fully fulfilled her dream of becoming a published author, until later in her senior years. Her motto in life is, “You are never too old to live and achieve your dreams. Age has no barriers.”
In the second novel in the Adam Garwood Detective Series, we find Adam and Richard returning to Montreal. Adam has promised himself that he will not take on any cases that would put him or Richard in danger, but danger seems to have a way of finding Adam.
The novel opens with Adam at the scene of a homicide, identifying an associate/client's body. Prior to Gritty's death, Adam was conflicted as to whether or not to continue Gritty's case that revealed secrets contrary to the tale that Gritty had told. As Gritty's story unravels, friendships are tarnished by lies and uncertainty.
But, when Adam's friend, Lexus is also murdered, Adam knows that he must find out who murdered Gritty and Lexus, and why. And, what will become of Peter, Gritty and Lexus' son?
The Adam Garwood Detective Series does not disappoint. Just when you think you have solved the mystery, another twist is revealed.
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