In the near future, Agent Castor Bohr—one of the CDIB's top murder investigators —finds himself embroiled in an investigation into the murder of a prominent military scientist. Quickly, he's fighting to match wits with an untraceable killer while trying to break in a new partner and navigate the growing political storm building around his case. But Bohr's life is quickly imploding around him. Political forces have turned his past against him by using his ex-wife as a cat's paw, even as his twin brother is fading with cancer. As the killer begins to accelerate his plans, Agent Bohr finds that the stakes have never been higher and that the jurisdictional power of his case may not be enough to bring this killer to justice.
Grey File is the first entry in Rob Bartley's "Vengeance Dawning" series. This near-future murder mystery explores the bleeding edge of where the data of our connected world touches the darkest impulses of the human condition.
Written by the author of the "Sons of Texas" occult urban fantasy series, Grey File turns up the heat as the clock ticks, and the advance toward a larger conspiracy looms.
"Grey File" is the 2023 Spring Bookfest Silver Medal Award winner in the "Fiction - Sci-FI - Crime & Mystery" division.
Rob Bartley is a self-proclaimed nerd and avid D&D player.
Being immersed in the worlds of Fantasy and Science Fiction since the early 80s, Rob's journey as an author began with “The Stars at Knight.” His debut novel was the first of a four-book series, drawing readers into a Texas-centric "Supernatural" adventure. The novel was met with critical acclaim, earning him the 2023 Gold Medal for the Pencraft Award for Literary Excellence in the category of Supernatural Fiction.
He continued his storytelling journey with “Grey File,” a near-future science fiction thriller blending elements of the "Minority Report" and Tom Clancy. The technothriller won the 2023 Silver Medal for the Spring Bookfest in the category of Sci-Fi Crime & Mystery.
Now, Rob is stepping into the realm of fantasy with his seventh novel, "The Unnamed Goddess." His first foray into the fantasy genre promises to engage readers with his rich storytelling and imaginative world-building.
Grey File is a must-read for fans of crime mysteries set in a futuristic world, offering a unique and captivating blend of science fiction and thriller elements. This gripping murder mystery introduces readers to Agent Castor Bohr, a top investigator for the CDIB, who finds himself entangled in a complex case involving the murder of a prominent military scientist. What sets "Grey File" apart is its ability to seamlessly blend technology and human nature, illustrating how the data-driven world can intersect with the darkest aspects of the human condition. The intricate plot and well-drawn characters add depth to the story, while the looming threat of a larger conspiracy keeps the tension high. With a ticking clock and a relentless advance toward a more significant mystery, Bartley skillfully builds suspense throughout the narrative. Rob Bartley's writing keeps readers engaged from start to finish, and it's a promising start to the "Vengeance Dawning" series.
I was in a long reading slump, so decided to take this off the shelf and give it a whirl. I have read all volumes of the Sons Of Texas & truly enjoy Rob’s style of writing. I was not disappointed!! This new series is fantastic! Well paced, good character development and descriptive storytelling. I look forward to The next installment of this series.