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Hell's Kitchen Homicide
A Conor Bard Mystery  
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Introducing Conor Bard, the fortysomething New York City homicide detective from precinct One Eight in Hell's Kitchen who dreams of becoming a rock star and finally finding the right woman, as he travels the streets of Manhattan in search of a cold-blooded killer.

When a corpse is discovered at the edge of the Hudson River, homicide detective Conor Bard is called to the scene. The victim is Walter Lawton, a hugely successful criminal defense attorney with rumored ties to the Mafia. Among the prime suspects is Lawton's chic, sexy wife, who stands to inherit two hundred million dollars and was having an affair with one of her husband's most dangerous associates.

Did Lawton's ruthless wife kill him with the help of her mafioso lover? Or was it one of Lawton's bitter clients who murdered him? Or an elusive Albanian gunman? And how does Monica, the sorrowful, intriguing young Albanian woman Conor meets, fit into the picture?

From the first page to the last, no one is who they seem. Conor quickly becomes enmeshed in a web of secrets, lies, and seduction, and his life may be in jeopardy.

Set on the streets of New York City, this tantalizing blend of authentic fast-paced action, crossing plotlines, and complex, multifaceted characters marks the start of an exciting new mystery series.

"A must read...from a remarkable talent."
-- David Black, producer/writer, Hill Street Blues, Miami Vice, CSI: Miami, Law & Order
"Charles Kipps brings something fresh to the police procedural. Hell's Kitchen Homicide is a sled ride through the black snow of New York City crime, with great characters and hot action. And Kipps knows what he's talking about."
-- Stuart Woods, bestselling author of Loitering with Intent
"Charles Kipps is a master at writing cops for the screen. Now, with Detective Conor Bard, he creates a memorable character on the page. Hell's Kitchen Homicide is required reading for anybody who's a fan of New York City police drama and all that it implies."
-- Chris Noth, actor, Law & Order (Detective Mike Logan), Sex and the City (Mr. Big)
"Charles Kipps has captured uniquely and brilliantly the inner thoughts, emotions, and conflicts of a law enforcement officer."
-- Mark Rossini, former FBI agent
"Having spent over nineteen years in Hell's Kitchen precinct Midtown North, I can say Charles Kipps is right on target. Reading Hell's Kitchen Homicide made me feel like I was working the case. Conor Bard is a character who could be my partner on the job and a friend for life."
-- Detective Kevin Schroeder, Midtown North Squad, NYPD