Red Herring Season

The Elusive Scoop. In the heart of a seemingly peaceful town corruption thrives beneath the surface, shielded by a cunning veil of deception. Retired journalist Sid Selman's shocking exposé uncovers a web of vice dens and domestic slavery overlooked by the county police force. As red herrings lead the investigation astray, suspicions fall on the wrong shoulders, diverting attention from the true culprit. Lydia Logan Barre and DI Suzie Ferris peel back the layers of deceit. Late-Night Takeaway. Matt Archer was a young man juggling a part-time job at Jade Garden restaurant. A chilly night in February 2009 led him to Blades Farm—where Matt’s life ended in a senseless bludgeoning, leaving investigators baffled and grasping for answers. The initial inquiry stumbled over motives and murder weapons; a cloud of uncertainty hung in the air. Gus Freeman is undeterred. Join him in this riveting tale as he delves into a world of secrets and betrayal. This perfect blend of detective mystery and everyday life will delight fans of Sally Rigby, Faith Martin, Joy Ellis, Simon McCleave, and Pauline Rowson. PRAISE FOR TED TAYLER:“Ted Tayler brilliantly weaves the details of the mysterious murder dropping breadcrumbs for readers to follow. We follow Freeman and his team as they interview witnesses, suspects, and friends of the victim. Along with his liberal use of British colloquialisms, he enriches the flavour of the tale. His prose brings the investigation to life. I think Gus Freeman will be as appealing as The Phoenix. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a solid mystery.” Elizabeth. “Tayler's ability to give multiple dimensions to his characters gives his books a genuine slant. He works the relationships between his characters smoothly into his plots." Patrick. “Gus Freeman is a multi-dimensional character who is not only called on to help solve a crime, but also deal with his personal issues. It is always a joy to read this author's stories. He is not just a writer but a great storyteller.” Amy Shannon. “Another great story in this series to follow and try to figure out what will happen next.” Amazon Customer.  

A journalist’s exposé. A young man’s murder. And a truth no one is ready for. When retired journalist Sid Selman’s exposé rips the lid off a hidden world of prostitution and domestic slavery, the town’s sinister secrets begin to unravel. Corruption runs deep, but the county police have long turned a blind eye. As Detective Gus Freeman takes over the investigation, the case is clouded by red herrings and misplaced suspicions, leading him down treacherous paths. Meanwhile, the murder of Matt Archer at Blades Farm appears unrelated at first—but the two investigations are connected in ways Gus never expected. With the stakes higher than ever, Gus must untangle a web of lies and deceit, revealing a truth far darker than anyone imagined. Red Herring Season is a gripping cold-case mystery where corruption, murder and betrayal collide.                                                                                                                       Praise for Red Herring Season: ? ? ? ? ? Excellent. ? ? ? ? ? Difficult to put down. ? ? ? ? ? A magnificent plot that kept this reader turning the pages. ? ? ? ? ? A great suspenseful novel. ? ? ? ? ? I loved the way it was all brought together and finalised.