Murder in the Baptistry: A From the Pulpit Mystery
By (Author) Rick Nichols
Turner Publishing Company
Turner Publishing Company
30th July 2025
New edition
United States
General
Fiction
Crime and mystery: private investigator / amateur detectives
Classic crime and mystery fiction
813.6
Paperback
192
Width 139mm, Height 215mm
A former cop turned minister is forced to bring back his old skills when his church is rocked by a murder within its hallowed walls.
Asa Carter was once one of Chicagos best homicide detectives. But he left that world behind to go into the ministry. When hes offered a pastorate position in his wifes hometown of Glen Pinesa small, quaint, and quiet town that is a far cry from Chicagohe accepts, hoping the slower pace will bring him much-needed rest.
Asas first day as Pastor of Grace Gospel Church is shattered, however, when the body of a young woman is found floating face down in the church baptistry. The small police force is inexperienced and unequipped to handle the investigation. The Chief wants Asas help, but the mayor doesnt. Its clear there are secrets in this townperhaps secrets worth killing for. Its up to Asa to bring back the skills he thought long forgotten and find the person who would kill on holy ground.
Rick Nichols is the author of seven novels featuring former spy turned PI John Logan. In his spare time, he enjoys guitar, drawing, chess, golf, Go, and spending time with family. He is a veteran and lives in Florida.