Mahu Books 1-3

Surf the Waves of Crime and Deception with a Dedicated Detective

The first three books in the thrilling Mahu Investigations series, a riveting journey into the sunshine and shadows of Honolulu, where Detective Kimo Kanapa'aka unravels mysteries with unwavering determination, sharp intuition, and an unparalleled understanding of the diverse inhabitants of the Aloha State.

In Mahu, Kimo's life takes a dramatic turn when he stumbles upon a lifeless body abandoned behind a popular gay bar in the vibrant heart of Waikiki. As he delves deeper into the investigation, Kimo's own journey of self-discovery begins, forcing him to confront his own identity and step out of the shadows of secrecy. With the fate of the case hanging in the balance, Kimo races against time to uncover the truth behind the grisly crime, battling personal demons along the way.

Just as he has begun to tell the truth about himself to family and friends, he is forced to lie again in Mahu Surfer, when he is assigned an undercover mission to unearth the culprit behind a series of inexplicable shootings targeting surfers among the big waves of the North Shore. With his finely honed instincts and remarkable understanding of the local culture, Kimo immerses himself in the tight-knit surfing community, where secrets run deep and loyalties are tested. As the waves crash and tensions rise, Kimo must navigate the intricate web of clues to bring the elusive shooter to justice before more lives are lost.

Love unexpectedly finds its way into Kimo's life in the third book, Mahu Fire, but not without a hefty price. A devastating bombing rocks a fund-raising event attended by Kimo's family and closest friends. Amidst the chaos and destruction, Kimo uncovers a sinister plot that reaches far beyond the surface, plunging him into a race against time to save those he holds dear. Faced with heart-wrenching choices and the constant threat of danger, Kimo must summon every ounce of his courage and unwavering determination to unravel the deadly conspiracy and find solace amidst the ashes.

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