Paradise Cove

by Davin Goodwin

Overview

Every day is paradise on Bonaire—until something unexpected washes ashore

On the laid-back island of Bonaire, every day is paradise until a seaweed-entangled human leg washes ashore. Combing the beach, retired cop Roscoe Conklin examines the scene and quickly determines that the leg belongs to the nephew of a close friend.

The island police launch an investigation, but with little evidence and no suspects, their progress comes to a frustrating halt. Then, thanks to a unique barter with the lead detective, Conklin finds himself in possession of the case file. He can now aggressively probe for his own answers.

Sifting through the scant clues, eager to bring the killer to justice, Conklin struggles to maintain forward momentum. He has all the pieces. He can feel it. But he’d better get them snapped together soon.

Otherwise, the body count will continue to rise.

For fans of John Sandford’s Lucas Davenport and Virgil Flowers—Only substitute sun and sand for snow and ice

While the novels in the Roscoe Conklin Mystery Series stand on their own and can be read in any order, the publication sequence is:

Diver’s Paradise
Paradise Cove

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781608095452
Publisher:	Oceanview Publishing
Publication date:	04/11/2023
Series:	A Roscoe Conklin Mystery , #2
Pages:	352
Sales rank:	1,125,952
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Davin Goodwin is a man of many talents. He’s a graduate of Arkansas State University and works in the technology industry. He has been a small business owner, a real estate investor, an aerial photographer, a flight instructor, a semi-professional banjo player, and a scuba diver, often seen on the island of Bonaire. Paradise Cove is the second in the Roscoe Conklin Mystery Series, following Diver’s Paradise. Goodwin lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with his wife, Leslie.

Editorial Reviews

02/07/2022

In Goodwin’s solid sequel to 2020’s Diver’s Paradise, retired cop Roscoe Conklin continues to enjoy life on Bonaire, a Dutch Caribbean island, drinking and spending nights with his lady love, police officer Arabella de Groot. Even running the YellowRock Resort, his 10-room motel, does little to interfere with Conklin’s other interests as his friend and office manager, Erika, ably manages the establishment. When a leg tattooed with the outline of Bonaire and wrapped in wire washes up on the beach, Conklin recognizes the tattoo. The limb is all that remains of Erika’s nephew, Rulio. When offered a job tailing a police inspector’s wife for a chance to see the case file, Conklin takes the deal. Conklin and De Groot follow a bloody trail to Paradise Cove, an upscale resort a friendly American couple are building on Bonaire’s south side. Conklin’s suspicions about Paradise Cove and a money-laundering scheme increase as someone in Paradise Cove cold-bloodedly starts eliminating anyone—undercover agents, lovers, and locals—who gets in their way. Goodwin ably mixes gritty crimes with sun and sand escapism. Armchair travelers will be satisfied. (Apr.)

Publishers Weekly

Praise for Paradise Cove

“An intriguingly gruesome beginning, sexy location, and a supremely satisfying ending. Paradise Cove is a terrific read.” —Marc Cameron, New York Times best-selling author

“[In Paradise Cove,] Goodwin ably mixes gritty crimes with sun and sand escapism. Armchair travelers will be satisfied.” —Publishers Weekly

“Davin Goodwin is a rising voice in crime fiction.” —James Grady, creator of the Condor novels and movies

“Paradise Cove is an exciting murder mystery set on a tropical island, where human fallibility and connection take center stage.” —Foreword Reviews

“A great crime thriller packed with twists and turns, this mystery is set in a paradise vividly described by author Davin Goodwin.” —Nick Sullivan, author of The Deep Series

“Grab a beer and revisit Bonaire with Roscoe Conklin as your guide in Paradise Cove. A rich cast of characters and an intriguing plot guarantee an exciting trip you’ll long remember.” –Shawn Wilson, author of Relentless

“Paradise Cove is a wonderful thriller with a great story . . . what makes it special are the perfect descriptions of Bonaire and life on the island.” —Nicholas Harvey, author of the AJ Bailey Adventure Series

Praise for the Roscoe Conklin Mystery Series

“[Diver’s Paradise is] a fun and heady combination of suspense and intrigue that appeals to the underdog in us all. It definitely delivers what readers crave.” —Steve Berry, New York Times best-selling author

“[Diver’s Paradise is an] impressive debut and series launch. Fans of John D. MacDonald’s Travis McGee will look forward to seeing more of Conklin.”—Publishers Weekly

“Diver’s Paradise starts off with a bang and never lets up! A fantastic Caribbean mystery that will appeal to fans of Randy Wayne White. The ultimate beach read for those for who love sun, sand, and turquoise water!” —Ward Larsen, USA Today best-selling author

“Tightly written, Goodwin’s debut novel captures the relaxed, easy going life in Bonaire, then shatters it with explosive energy. You won’t put this book down till the last page!” —Don Bruns, USA Today best-selling author

“Diver’s Paradise is a fast-paced and engaging thriller that will linger long after the final page.” —D. P. Lyle, Macavity and Benjamin Franklin Award-winning author

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