Winner of the Tony Hillerman Prize and the Spur Award for Best Western Contemporary Novel, this debut mystery introduces Rodeo Grace Garnet, a former rodeo cowboy turned private investigator living in a remote corner of Arizona known as El Hoyo. His quiet life is disrupted when a body is discovered near his home, drawing police attention. The victim, a member of a major Southwestern Indian tribe, is linked to a complex crime puzzle involving multiple murders and betrayals, with Rodeo caught in the midst of it all. Struggling to make ends meet as a bounty hunter and divorce snoop, Rodeo reluctantly takes on a case from an elderly woman on his Reservation who seeks to uncover her grandson's murderer. Her seemingly indifferent attitude raises questions, but as Rodeo delves deeper into the investigation, he encounters a world filled with hatred and cruelty. CB McKenzie’s narrative is a noir tale that weaves through the intricate and harsh landscape of the Southwest, showcasing a unique writing style that elevates it beyond a conventional crime novel. As Rodeo navigates the dangers posed by various foes, he uncovers the depths of human malice and the lengths one will go to for vengeance.
