Rusty Star by Jonathan Kuiper
Genre: Mystery / Detective Fiction
Age:16+
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A disgraced Navy commander. A haunted past. A private investigator searching for redemption. Russell Stokes once wore the Navy uniform with pride. Decorated for valor in Afghanistan but scarred by guilt and a drinking problem, his career is crumbling. Rumors and scandals force him toward resignation, leaving his future in doubt. On terminal leave and searching for direction, Stokes turns to moonlighting as a private investigator. But trouble follows him everywhere. A reckless choice, a dangerous affair, and a brutal bar fight leave his reputation in ruins. Then a mysterious woman pulls him into a case that could mean redemption—or drag him even deeper into darkness. Rusty Star is the first book in the Stokes Case series, a gritty private investigator mystery that blends crime, suspense, and redemption. Perfect for fans of hard-boiled detective fiction, military thrillers, and flawed heroes navigating their way forward. Contains mature themes and situations; recommended for adult readers. |
Coming in 2026 — Double Cross
A Stokes Case #2
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Russell Stokes is back. Haunted by Isa’s ghost, navigating the fallout with Captain Tracy’s family, and pulled into the frozen backcountry of New Hampshire when an old Navy brother calls for help.
Murder, betrayal, and the weight of a Silver Cross medal he refuses to wear push Stokes into his toughest case yet — where every ally could be an enemy, and survival means knowing who, and what, to believe. |