Sunrise

Washington, D.C. police officer Leigh Ann Warren is on the run, she's being chased by feelings of guilt, uncertainty, and pressure. After her partner Duck is almost killed, as a result of her actions, she turns inward, becomes depressed and somewhat of a recluse. When a friend offers her their beach house on the North Carolina coast, she jumps at the chance to get away. Leaving her troubles behind will give her peace and help speed her recovery. On her journey to her coastal retreat, Leigh Ann is drawn to her hometown of Sunrise, North Carolina. What she intended to be a food stop, becomes so much more. She discovers that there are unusual things going on in her small town. A rich developer has created controversy by proposing a shopping mall over the Black cemetery and the town has taken sides along racial lines. The unearthing of skeletal remains also unearths secrets and lies that were better left buried. Once the secrets come to the surface, all hell breaks loose. Since Leigh Ann is in a state of confusion with her career in law enforcement, she is determined not to get involved. But when one of the town's most beloved citizens becomes a fatality, her investigative skills are thrown into overdrive and her focus is on finding the killer. SUNRISE by Chassie West is an engrossing, page turning mystery. Leigh Ann is a woman with a tough as nails exterior, but inside she is a vulnerable woman who is trying to heal and move on with her life. The secondary characters in the story are an interesting group, and they add to the richness of Ms. West's storytelling; they were strong and memorable. I was so impressed with this book that I stayed up all night reading it. I plan to read the whole series. Reviewed by Simone A. Hawks of The RAWSISTAZ™ Reviewers

Sunrise is a wonderful find! A terrific heroine, realistic setting and totally engaging plot. Chassie West needs to give us more Leigh Ann Warren. The personal and professional insights into Leigh Ann give this mystery a dimension not often found in the genre. I actually care what happens to this detective!

The author drew me in right away with her vivid depiction of small-town life and controversy. The character interactions are true-to-life, and I enjoyed following these people as they uncovered and confronted the ugliness in their town's history.

Chassie West is one of the brightest voices in mystery fiction! She's a winner! -Helen Chappell