Killing Critics

NYPD Detective Sergeant Kathleen Mallory finds herself entwined in the murky world of art and ambition when a hack artist is discovered dead at a gallery opening. As the investigation unfolds, Kathleen navigates a maze of deceit and rivalry amongst a cast of eccentric characters who each possess their own motives for wanting the artist silenced. The vibrant art scene, with its bold personalities and competitive undercurrents, becomes the perfect backdrop for this thrilling tale.

Kathleen's tenacity and sharp instincts lead her deeper into a web of complexities, where nothing is as it seems. Every lead unravels a new layer of the artist's life, revealing a bitter struggle for recognition that runs rampant in the art community. As tensions rise, the danger escalates, compelling Kathleen to confront not only the dark truths of the case but also her own past and the shadows that linger in her life.

Amidst a cacophony of voices clamoring for attention, Kathleen must determine who truly stands to gain from the artist's demise. With each clue, the stakes grow higher, forcing her to question the very nature of art and the lengths to which individuals will go for their passions. The pursuit of justice becomes a thrilling race against time, as she seeks to unravel the tangled threads of ambition, envy, and betrayal that led to a killer's shocking act.