There’s Something in the Water: Outskirts Press Author’s New Novel Mixes Murder and Marine Life

Randolph, NJ, January 22, 2009 --(PR.com)-- A fish tank becomes a world-famous shark expert’s final resting place in “Fatal Waters,” the shocking new murder mystery from Outskirts Press author Iris Moss that mixes greed and deception with high suspense.

Chicago marine biologist Autumn Knight thought her ex-fiancé, Cory Perkins, died during a shark research expedition in Hawaii months ago. Then one night at the public aquarium where she works, a splash in the shark tank alerts the staff to something horribly wrong: it’s Cory, stabbed and then dumped into the dangerous waters. As he expires in her arms, Autumn hears his enigmatic last words: “That Dragon Lady outsmarted me.”

While the sensational crime reverberates through the Chicago news media, Autumn finds herself thrust into a mystery populated by a mélange of characters, even as she reckons with the emotional trauma of losing Cory again. There’s Detective Eddie Wojtecki, a tenacious cop who desperately needs to crack the case to restore his damaged reputation; Noah Hawthorne, the aquarium security guard who’s seemingly fixated on Autumn; and millionaire Boris Zolo, a Hawaiian businessman and collector of rare sea life who could boost the aquarium’s image.

Then things really start to unravel. Someone is watching Autumn—sending her threatening notes and tracking her movements. And when Boris’s prized gigantic pearl is stolen, he suspects Autumn is behind it. Now, frightened and threatened, Autumn must defend her life and piece together the bizarre events to make some kind of sense out of it all. Who could have possibly wanted Cory dead? Why did he apparently fake his first death? And just what is the meaning behind his haunting final words?

Moss, a marine life enthusiast herself, crafts an addictive plot punctuated by crackling dialogue and unexpected surprises. At once gripping, moving and smart, this savvy science-themed mystery thriller will keep readers guessing right up until the shocking finale.

“Fatal Waters” is now available through Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and the online bookstore of Outskirts Press, at outskirtspress.com/store.php.

Book Statistics
ISBN(s):
PB: 978-1-4327-2710-9
HB: 978-1-4327-2772-7
Suggested Retail Price(s):
PB: US$13.95, CAN$17.95
HB: US$24.95, CAN$31.95
Size and Format(s): 6 x 9 Paperback, 6x9 Hardback w/Jacket
Page Count: 240
Genre: Mystery

About the Author: Iris Moss became interested in ocean animals when she started gathering her extensive collection of marine life. Drawing from her strong affinity with the lure and mystery of the sea, she has presented lectures and workshops to schools and organizations.

Author Contact: Visit her on the Web at www.outskirtspress.com/fatalwaters

About Outskirts Press, Inc.: Outskirts Press, Inc. offers full-service, custom self-publishing services for authors seeking a cost-effective, fast, and flexible way to publish and distribute their books worldwide while retaining all their rights and full creative control. Available for authors globally at www.outskirtspress.com and located on the outskirts of Denver, Colorado, Outskirts Press represents the future of book publishing, today.

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