A rodeo producer, dead in the bull pen. Accident or murder?
Elizabeth, until recently a top-flight national TV journalist, is regaining her footing after a dizzying demotion to tinyâand entirely foreign to herâSherman, Wyoming. But her equilibrium faces a major challenge.
The apparently accidental death â under the hooves of bucking bulls â of a rodeo producer preparing for Shermanâs annual Fourth of July Rodeo catches the attention of Elizabeth and her KWMT-TV colleague Michael Paycik. Not only is it a major story about the regionâs biggest event, but itâs being outrageously mishandled by the stationâs egocentric anchor.
As Elizabeth and Mike dig, area rancher Thomas Burrell joins the investigation, providing background on suspects â and there are plenty because the victim had many enemies. But Tom has divided loyalties, so Elizabeth doubts his commitment to finding the truth no matter what. Not to mention that both Mike and Tom show an interest in her ... they might be okay with working together in a peculiar triangle, but the points of this geometry is starting to get under her skin.
⌠From the tip of the rodeo queenâs tiara, to âagricultural byproductsâ ground into the arena dust, TV reporter Elizabeth âE.M.â Danniher receives a murderous introduction to the world of rodeo.
Donât miss any of Elizabethâs other Caught Dead in Wyoming adventures in:
Sign Off
Left Hanging
Shoot First
Last Ditch
Look Live
Back Story
Cold Open
Hot Roll
Reaction Shot
Body Brace
Cross Talk
Air Ready
Holiday Bullets
Cue Up
What people are saying about LEFT HANGING:
âThis plot drew me right in and never stopped. I kept trying to solve the murder and I still couldn't guess the end. What a great ride.â
âI started laughing on the first page and continued laughing until the end.â
âLoving the world of Cottonwood County, Wyoming!â
âThe dialogue was so well written that I could easily imagine the innuendo, tone of voice and facial expression of each character.â
What people are saying about the CAUGHT DEAD IN WYOMING series
âMcLinn's mysteries set in Wyoming are addictive. The writing is excellent, the twists and turns keep the brain engaged, and Elizabeth's wry commentary keeps a smile on my face.â
âE.M.âs internal monologues are sharp, snappy and often hilarious.â
âHoping this series lasts forever!â
âMcLinn has created in E.M. a female protagonist who is flawed but likable, never silly or cartoonish, and definitely not made of cardboard.â
âWhile the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best.â â Diane Chamberlain, bestselling author
More mystery from Patricia McLinn
Secret Sleuth series
Death on the Diversion
Death on Torrid Avenue
Death on Beguiling Way
Death on Covert Circle
Death on Shady Bridge
Death on Carrion Lane
Death on ZigZag Trail
Death on Puzzle Place
The Innocence Trilogy
Proof of Innocence
Price of Innocence
Premise of Innocence
About the Author
Patricia McLinn is the USA Today bestselling author of more than 60 published novels cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance, and womenâs fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards.
She has spoken about writing from London to Melbourne, Australia, to Washington, D.C., including being a guest speaker at the Smithsonian.
McLinn spent more than 20 years as an editor at The Washington Post after stints as a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.) and assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.). She received BA and MSJ degrees from Northwestern University.
Now living in Kentucky, McLinn loves to hear from readers through her website and social media.
Left Hanging (Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, Book 2) - Patricia McLinn
A rodeo producer, dead in the bull pen. Accident or murder?
Elizabeth, until recently a top-flight national TV journalist, is regaining her footing after a dizzying demotion to tinyâand entirely foreign to herâSherman, Wyoming. But her equilibrium faces a major challenge.
The apparently accidental death â under the hooves of bucking bulls â of a rodeo producer preparing for Shermanâs annual Fourth of July Rodeo catches the attention of Elizabeth and her KWMT-TV colleague Michael Paycik. Not only is it a major story about the regionâs biggest event, but itâs being outrageously mishandled by the stationâs egocentric anchor.
As Elizabeth and Mike dig, area rancher Thomas Burrell joins the investigation, providing background on suspects â and there are plenty because the victim had many enemies. But Tom has divided loyalties, so Elizabeth doubts his commitment to finding the truth no matter what. Not to mention that both Mike and Tom show an interest in her ... they might be okay with working together in a peculiar triangle, but the points of this geometry is starting to get under her skin.
⌠From the tip of the rodeo queenâs tiara, to âagricultural byproductsâ ground into the arena dust, TV reporter Elizabeth âE.M.â Danniher receives a murderous introduction to the world of rodeo.
Donât miss any of Elizabethâs other Caught Dead in Wyoming adventures in:
Sign Off
Left Hanging
Shoot First
Last Ditch
Look Live
Back Story
Cold Open
Hot Roll
Reaction Shot
Body Brace
Cross Talk
Air Ready
Holiday Bullets
Cue Up
What people are saying about LEFT HANGING:
âThis plot drew me right in and never stopped. I kept trying to solve the murder and I still couldn't guess the end. What a great ride.â
âI started laughing on the first page and continued laughing until the end.â
âLoving the world of Cottonwood County, Wyoming!â
âThe dialogue was so well written that I could easily imagine the innuendo, tone of voice and facial expression of each character.â
What people are saying about the CAUGHT DEAD IN WYOMING series
âMcLinn's mysteries set in Wyoming are addictive. The writing is excellent, the twists and turns keep the brain engaged, and Elizabeth's wry commentary keeps a smile on my face.â
âE.M.âs internal monologues are sharp, snappy and often hilarious.â
âHoping this series lasts forever!â
âMcLinn has created in E.M. a female protagonist who is flawed but likable, never silly or cartoonish, and definitely not made of cardboard.â
âWhile the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best.â â Diane Chamberlain, bestselling author
More mystery from Patricia McLinn
Secret Sleuth series
Death on the Diversion
Death on Torrid Avenue
Death on Beguiling Way
Death on Covert Circle
Death on Shady Bridge
Death on Carrion Lane
Death on ZigZag Trail
Death on Puzzle Place
The Innocence Trilogy
Proof of Innocence
Price of Innocence
Premise of Innocence
About the Author
Patricia McLinn is the USA Today bestselling author of more than 60 published novels cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance, and womenâs fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards.
She has spoken about writing from London to Melbourne, Australia, to Washington, D.C., including being a guest speaker at the Smithsonian.
McLinn spent more than 20 years as an editor at The Washington Post after stints as a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.) and assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.). She received BA and MSJ degrees from Northwestern University.
Now living in Kentucky, McLinn loves to hear from readers through her website and social media.