Murder on a Set
(2024)(The third book in the PI Crime Mystery Maldonado series)
A novel by Pablo Poveda
Fame, debts, lovers... and a plethora of secrets.
In the glittering world of cinema, where fame and secrets collide, the sudden disappearance of renowned actor Ponce Sanz thrusts private detective Javier Maldonado into the spotlight—not as a hero, but as the prime suspect. Last seen in the tumultuous whirl of a high-stakes party, Maldonado finds himself the focus of an investigation that no one truly wants to be solved.
As the evidence mounts against him, Maldonado realizes that finding Sanz might be his only chance to clear his name. Amidst this chaos, he battles to keep his detective agency afloat in a city that's swiftly turning against him. With new detective firms rising in Madrid, his once-revered reputation and his livelihood are on the line, not to mention his freedom.
The deeper Maldonado digs, the more he uncovers about the dark underbelly of the film industry—debts, lovers, and dirty dealings that many would prefer remain hidden. But as the search intensifies, it becomes clear that the stakes are higher than his own fate; someone powerful does not want the actor found alive.
"Murder on a Set" is a gripping tale of intrigue and betrayal, where every clue could be a breakthrough or another step towards downfall.
Can Maldonado outsmart his accusers and unravel the mystery before it's too late?Perfect for fans of J.D Kirk, L.J Ross, J M Dalgliesh, Jack Gatland, Ian Rankin, Rachel McLean, Alex Smith and Ann Cleeves, among others.
Follow Javier Maldonado's perilous journey through the shadows of fame, where every secret unraveled brings him closer to either salvation or ruin. Join him as he fights not just for his career, but for his very survival in the cutthroat world of celebrity and crime.
Join the thousands of readers across the world who have already lost themselves in Poveda's captivating narratives.
Genre: Mystery
In the glittering world of cinema, where fame and secrets collide, the sudden disappearance of renowned actor Ponce Sanz thrusts private detective Javier Maldonado into the spotlight—not as a hero, but as the prime suspect. Last seen in the tumultuous whirl of a high-stakes party, Maldonado finds himself the focus of an investigation that no one truly wants to be solved.
As the evidence mounts against him, Maldonado realizes that finding Sanz might be his only chance to clear his name. Amidst this chaos, he battles to keep his detective agency afloat in a city that's swiftly turning against him. With new detective firms rising in Madrid, his once-revered reputation and his livelihood are on the line, not to mention his freedom.
The deeper Maldonado digs, the more he uncovers about the dark underbelly of the film industry—debts, lovers, and dirty dealings that many would prefer remain hidden. But as the search intensifies, it becomes clear that the stakes are higher than his own fate; someone powerful does not want the actor found alive.
"Murder on a Set" is a gripping tale of intrigue and betrayal, where every clue could be a breakthrough or another step towards downfall.
Can Maldonado outsmart his accusers and unravel the mystery before it's too late?Perfect for fans of J.D Kirk, L.J Ross, J M Dalgliesh, Jack Gatland, Ian Rankin, Rachel McLean, Alex Smith and Ann Cleeves, among others.
Follow Javier Maldonado's perilous journey through the shadows of fame, where every secret unraveled brings him closer to either salvation or ruin. Join him as he fights not just for his career, but for his very survival in the cutthroat world of celebrity and crime.
Join the thousands of readers across the world who have already lost themselves in Poveda's captivating narratives.
Genre: Mystery
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