the lake prophet mysteries - a series by eli easton & rj scott
The small town of Prophet, located in the rainy shadows of the Olympic National Park in Washington, is home to artists, outdoors enthusiasts, and those who are running from their past and hoping to hide out in this remote, most northwest tip of the United States.
solstice (lake prophet mysteries #1)
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From the dramatic peaks of the Olympic mountain range to the small town of Prophet, murder is only a footstep away.
Gabriel is a former undercover cop haunted by the things he’s seen and done. He returns to his small hometown of Prophet, taking on the role of sheriff, hoping to mend his fractured relationship with his estranged brother and rebuild his life. But when a chilling murder occurs at Sentinel Rocks, a sacred Makah site on Lake Prophet, Gabriel’s dreams of peace and reconciliation are shattered.
Gabriel navigates a web of intrigue, where suspects abound; from local tribal elders to fervent Solstice worshippers and even those hunting the elusive Big Foot. When the brutal murder leaves Duke, a loyal Labrador retriever, as the sole witness, Gabriel stumbles upon an unexpected ally—a local animal behaviorist named Tiber.
Tiber, a newcomer to Prophet, seeks refuge in this remote haven, attempting to escape his own inner demons. Armed with his extraordinary ability to communicate with animals, he offers his expertise through video consultations, helping pet owners with their beloved companions. While he attributes his skill to his academic background, his intuition and flashes of insight owe as much to his Navajo heritage as to science.
With the relentless rain washing away sins and good intentions alike, Gabriel and Tiber must begin to confront their own vulnerabilities and unravel the truth.
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What people are saying…
This first installment in the authors’ Lake Prophet Mysteries series was such a twisty and clever thrill ride. The mystery was just fascinating with new layers continually uncovered. Every time I thought I knew how it was coming together, something new was revealed. Yet, by the end, it all worked so perfectly. I loved Tiber and Gabriel, and particularly loved how the dog was a witness to the crime and Tiber’s “dog whisperer” skills let them work with the dog to find the killer. - Joyfully Jay site - best of 2023 round-up
equinox (lake prophet mysteries #2)
Release date: Sept 29, 2023
The tranquility of Prophet is shattered when a horseback rider is killed on a popular trail and whispers spread of dangerous beasts roaming the woods.
Three months after the murder of Mike Bressett, the sleepy town of Prophet faces another tragedy—the death of Billy Odette, a well-liked Makah man who ran trail rides for the tourists. When Billy is discovered to have been the victim of a vicious animal attack, dragged right off a popular trail, angry locals are quick to blame a wolf pack that’s recently moved into the area. Sheriff Gabriel Thompson is the only authority standing between those who want to protect the wolves and those who want them hunted down—all while trying to keep people safe and get to the bottom of what happened.
Tiber Russo, local animal whisperer, is firmly on the side of the wolves. But when a figure from his past shows up in town, his own spiraling panic casts a shadow over his blossoming relationship with Gabriel and his ability to help the wolves.
To get to the truth, Gabriel and Tiber unravel a tangled web of deception, greed, curses, magic, and long-held grudges. But when Tiber’s life is threatened, they both just might lose everything.
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RJ Scott
What people are saying…
“The mystery was entertaining and suspenseful. I enjoyed every single interaction that Gabriel and Tiber had, whether it is just them being comfortable with their everyday closeness, supporting each other when they are vulnerable, or having steamy, desperate kisses. More please from this series.” - Nicole on Goodreads
"The mystery is compelling and clever, and it is well paced with the slow but strong relationship being build between Gabriel and Tiber. Tiber is my favourite character, I really like him and his pack of misfits… So cute!” - Susana on Goodreads
“Definitely enjoyed this book even more than the first. Gabriel and Tiber are both dealing with their baggage along with solving some intense murders.” - Christy on Goodreads
“Equinox is the second story in Eli Easton and R.J. Scott’s excellent Lake Prophet Mysteries series. I went absolutely wild for the first book, Solstice, and was thrilled to learn the authors had more stories planned. The authors once again do a great job blending the romance and the mystery side of things here and we get some nice progress for Gabriel and Tiber.” - Joyfully Jay blog
zenith (lake prophet mysteries #3)
Release date: Jan 19, 2024
A killer haunts Prophet, and this time it’s personal
The discovery of a body at the Thompson Cabins sets off a chain of events that hits too close to home for Sheriff Gabriel Thompson. When his brother Sam becomes a prime suspect in the murder investigation, Gabriel is forced to keep secrets from Tiber and call in outside help as he fights to prove Sam’s innocence. It’s a nightmare that becomes all consuming.
Tiber Russo, animal whisperer, is dealing with problems of his own. A stalker threatens him and his entire menagerie of pets. With Gabriel wrapped up in the new case, Tiber tries to solve the mystery on his own. Who in the sleepy town of Prophet wants to do him harm? But when the threats turn lethal, Tiber finds himself in over his head.
Tiber and Gabriel have solved two murders together and started a deep relationship. But this time the forces ranged against them are personal and the target is on them and on the backs of everyone they love. With each of them isolated trying to protect the other, their strength is diminished. Even with the love they share, can they make it out of this alive?
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CO-AUTHOR’S WEBSITE:
RJ Scott
What people are saying…
In a way I felt that Eli and RJ had raised the bar pretty high for themselves with the past books (at least in my eyes). I thought that the conclusion of the series would, at most, equal the mix of sweetness and exciting moments from the past books. I didn't think they could top the bar, but they did. And honestly, I'm impressed by the fact that they did top the bar.” - Dan, goodreads
“I found this an amazing trilogy that combines great mysteries with a wonderful relationship. The authors tie the story up so well, giving us a perfect ending for Tiber and Gabriel and resolving all the lingering plot points from the series. Sometimes a set of books just click with you and this series definitely did that for me. This is an excellent mystery and romance and these books are well worth reading.“ - Joyfully Jay blog, 4.5 star review
“I loved this story. I loved this trilogy and this last book was the best. There was so much action and it was funny and heartfelt” - Jambrea, Goodreads
“Occasionally a series comes along that ticks every box, dots every i, crosses every t and is a wonderful surprise right from the start. For me this is one of those. It was such a pleasure to read and I enjoyed the whole thing so much.” - Edga, Goodreads
“Magnificent storytelling. I was drawn into the story from the very start and couldn’t put it down. The mystery/thriller aspect was well plotted out and it kept me guessing (wrongly I may add) and on edge throughout the book.” - Shelley on goodreads
“This series has just the perfect amount of everything I love. Tiber and Gabriel have the sweetest romance, there is all the lovable animals, and the mystery is really intense and suspenseful in this book” - K-Me on Goodreads