Justice or illusion? Quille C. Davis risks it all to uncover deadly secrets in the world of magic. In the mesmerizing world of magic and illusion, lawyer and private investigator Quille C. Davis finds herself entangled in a puzzling murder case. Her task: solve the murder of her dear friend's husband, a renowned magician with a complicated past. The victim, Randall Petrov, recently distanced himself from his family's business. He devoted his energy to a noble cause: a nonprofit that brought the magic of hope to hospitalized children. But in doing so, he stirred up a hornet's nest of trouble, uncovering corruption and fraud. Additionally, Petrov conducted a daring sting operation that unmasked a fraudulent psychic who preyed upon vulnerable parents seeking solace. Suspicion falls, too, upon his own brother, set to inherit the family business. Quille delves into the investigation, navigating not only the streets of Chicago, but a mystical European city. Her pursuit of justice comes at a great cost as she finds herself the target of deadly attempts on her life. Quille faces internal turmoil as well. Haunted by the recent resolution of her sister's decades-old murder, Quille knows firsthand that justice does not always bring closure and healing - especially when it comes to her strained relationship with her parents. Complicating matters is her long-distance boyfriend. Uncertainty over his return to Chicago leaves Quille torn between loyalty and the allure of an attractive and intelligent musician who aided her in a past investigation. Will Quille uncover the truth behind Randall Petrov's murder, unearth the sinister corruption plaguing the nonprofit, and ultimately find the solace she seeks? Or will she fall prey to the same killer who ended Petrov's life? The Skeptical Man is the latest book in the Q.C. Davis Mystery series, and it also stands alone. If you enjoy crime novels featuring clever female detectives, unraveling mysteries, and life-and-death stakes, then you'll love this addition to the series. Get your copy today and uncover the truth behind the illusions.