Running Girl

Book #1 in the The Garvie Smith Mysteries series

A genius slacker and a detective clash over a murder mystery.

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432 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Garvie Smith, a teenage genius with no interest in school, finds himself drawn into the murder case of his ex-girlfriend, Chloe Dow. Despite his lazy demeanor, Garvie's sharp mind might be the key to solving the mystery. Detective Inspector Singh, methodical and ambitious, is determined to crack the case himself. As they both pursue the truth, unexpected twists challenge their assumptions. Can Garvie's unconventional approach outsmart the seasoned detective, or will Singh's methodical nature prevail? Dive into a world where intellect and ambition collide in a race to uncover a killer.

From the publisher

A smart, engaging murder mystery filled with unexpected twists and turns perfect for Sherlock and CSI fans.Meet Garvie Smith. Highest IQ ever recorded at Marsh Academy. Lowest ever grades. What’s the point? Life sucks. Nothing surprising ever happens.Until Chloe Dow’s body is pulled from a pond. Garvie’s ex-girlfriend. Inspector Singh is already on the case. Ambitious, uptight, methodical, he’s determined to solve the mystery–and get promoted. He doesn’t need any “assistance” from a notorious slacker. Or does he? Smart, stylish, and packed with twists and turns from start to finish, Running Girl introduces an unforgettable new character to the world of crime fiction–so lazy he’d only get out of bed for murder.

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