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Publisher's Summary
Even long memories fade, but murder never dies.
Elizabeth "E.M." Danniher has been among TV journalism’s elite. But divorcing her network exec husband ends not only her marriage but her career, and she’s banished to tiny KWMT-TV in Sherman, Wyoming, to finish out her contract. Now she’s exploring what comes next - in her career, her life, and her relationships with family, friends, and those who’d like to be more than friends.
But she’s not being left in peace to wrestle with these issues because she keeps being drawn in to murder investigations. Now Elizabeth, and handsome KWMT colleague Mike Paycik, rugged rancher Thomas Burrell, and her colorful cast of collaborators, plunge into mysteries from the past that threaten the present. To succeed, they must untangle characters and plot lines from a long-hidden Back Story.
Don't miss any of Elizabeth Danniher's Caught Dead in Wyoming adventures:
- Sign Off
- Left Hanging
- Shoot First
- Last Ditch
- Look Live
- Back Story
- Cold Open
- Hot Roll
"While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." (Diane Chamberlain, best-selling author)
"Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." (Emilie Richards, USA Today best-selling author)
If you like mystery with romance and a bit of humor, try also:
Proof of Innocence (set in Virginia)
Price of Innocence (2019)
Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (includes scenes in fictional Sherman, Wyoming, and cameos from Caught Dead in Wyoming characters)
About the author
USA Today best-selling author Patricia McLinn spent more than 20 years as an editor at the Washington Post after stints as a sports writer (Rockford, IL) and assistant sports editor (Charlotte, NC). She received BA and MSJ degrees from Northwestern University.
McLinn is the author of more than 45 published novels, which are cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization.
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- 04-16-20
5 Stars
I have read every book in the Caught Dead in Wyoming series. Back story is another entertaining and well written addition. The plot is well written and the characters are engaging. I love this series and wish the other books were available in a more timely fashion.