The Juror's Secret

A Grace Tilley Mystery

San Francisco, 1964.
Justice is for sale—and the Mafia is bidding high.

For more than twenty years, widow Grace Tilley has worked as the trusted head teller at Bay Savings Bank in San Francisco’s charming Cow Hollow neighborhood. Quietly brilliant and known among her neighbors for her knack for solving puzzles and uncovering hidden truths, Grace has a reputation for noticing what others overlook.

That talent is put to the ultimate test when her close friend and neighbor, Teresa Bradford, is selected as a juror in the sensational murder trial of San Francisco Mayor Harlan Scott. The popular politician stands accused of brutally stabbing his secret mistress in their lavish Mark Hopkins Hotel penthouse—an ornate Italian stiletto buried deep in her back.

Mayor Scott claims innocence, but his powerful Mafia connections are determined to secure a not guilty verdict—by any means necessary. When the mob kidnaps Teresa’s six-year-old daughter, Betsy, they force an unthinkable choice: obey their orders or lose her child.

As the Mafia tightens its grip on Cow Hollow through drug trafficking and extortion, Grace finds herself drawn into a dangerous underworld far beyond bank counters and neighborhood gossip. With time running out, Grace—and her clever cat, Gypsy—must outwit ruthless gangsters, rescue a kidnapped child, and restore peace to the community she loves.

The Juror’s Secret is a captivating historical mystery thriller filled with suspense, heart, and unexpected twists. Written by Jimmy Ray Conner, this fast-paced page-turner delivers a thrilling climax that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.


Why Readers Will Love This Book

• A vivid 1960s San Francisco setting
• A clever, relatable amateur sleuth
• Courtroom drama with high personal stakes
• Mafia intrigue and neighborhood-level crime
• A suspenseful mystery with a satisfying payoff

About the Author

Jimmy Ray Conner writes historical mystery thrillers that blend strong characters, immersive settings, and tightly woven suspense. The Juror’s Secret introduces readers to Grace Tilley—an unforgettable sleuth whose courage and intelligence shine in the face of danger.