Betting Off Dead

In the heart of Kentucky, where the passion for horse racing runs deep, a seemingly ordinary Derby season takes a dark turn. Amid the excitement and anticipation, the stakes rise higher than ever when a high-profile figure is found dead, leaving the local community reeling. Racing enthusiasts and gamblers, once caught up in the thrill of the event, are now enveloped in a cloud of suspicion and intrigue.

As the investigation unfolds, secrets begin to unravel, revealing fierce rivalries and hidden agendas among the horse racing elite. The allure of the racetrack is overshadowed by the quest for truth, as old friends become potential suspects and alliances shift dramatically. Unbeknownst to the gamblers, they are caught in a web of deceit, where every bet placed carries the weight of life and death.

Tonya Kappes weaves a tale of suspense set against the vibrant backdrop of Kentucky's Derby culture. With humor and heart, she explores the complexities of loyalty and betrayal, compelling readers to decipher who can be trusted as the race to solve the mystery intensifies. As the final race approaches, the truth looms just ahead, demanding to be unearthed before it’s too late.