Element of Secrecy is a fiendishly readable modern mystery!
Jenny O’Rourke, now known as Tricia Keller, has been in witness protection for most of her life. When she was just a child, her brother was killed in a shootout that occurred on her family farm under mysterious circumstances. Jenny was whisked into protection and has grown used to constant surveillance. What she has not grown used to are the unanswered questions surrounding that fateful night. Why was she taken away from her parents? Why does her father employ a private security detail to ensure her wellbeing? What happened to her brother? Who can she really trust?
If you want a well thought out mystery with all the fun of a treasure hunt, then Element of Secrecy is what you seek! Jenny is a bold female lead who demonstrates plenty of courage through scary situations. The clever clues prove to be intriguing and worthwhile. Plot twists propel the story at a dangerous pace. Slawecki is bold in her writing, using the challenging first person present tense, mixing in past tense moments for memories and flashbacks. The overall effect works well, keeping readers keenly engaged.
Chock full of beautiful scenery and double crossing characters, Element of Secrecy is a fiendishly readable modern mystery!
