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'In the Shadow of the Glacier' follows the story of Constable Molly Moonlight Smith in the small fictional town of Trafalgar, British Columbia. The plot revolves around the murder of Reginald Montgomery, a new townsman, and the subsequent investigation led by Molly and Detective Sergeant John Winters. The town is filled with controversy, including conflicts over a resort development and a Commemorative Peace Garden, adding layers of tension to the story. As Molly and Winters navigate the investigation, they uncover secrets, face personal challenges, and deal with the impact of mass media on small-town dynamics.
The author, Vicki Delany, weaves together a mystery with well-developed characters and intricate plot twists. The writing style captures the local atmosphere of Trafalgar, providing readers with an engaging and realistic setting. Delany skillfully blends elements of police procedural with personal stories, creating a compelling narrative that delves into themes of family, community, and the effects of past events on present-day relationships.
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2019 recipient of the Derrick Murdoch award from the Crime Writers of Canada
Trouble is brewing in the small, bucolic mountain town of Trafalgar, British Columbia. An American who came to Trafalgar as a Vietnam War draft dodger has left land and money to the town. But there's a catch. The money must be used to build a garden to honor draft dodgers. This bequest has torn the close-knit, peaceful town apart. Then the body of a leading garden opponent is found in an alley, dead from a single blow to the head.
Constable Molly Smith is assigned to assist veteran Detective Sergeant John Winters in the investigation. But Winters doesn't want the help of the enthusiastic rookie and suspects that he's been assigned Smith for political reasons: her mother, a life-long activist, is the leader of the group arguing for the park.
Egged on by a muck-raking TV personality, outside agitators from both sides are soon streaming into Trafalgar. In the meantime, Smith and Winters search through small-town secrets for a killer.
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