Book Catalogue

A Rock

A.J. McCarthy

Simm has always spent his summers on his grandparents' farm in the small Quebec town of Magog. Now, as a young university student, he experiences the tragedy of a young life taken too soon when his best friend's girlfriend Cheryl is murdered. Trying to comfort Dominic and protect him from the mercenary impulses of his wealthy family, Simm is blindsided when the police turn their attention his way. Someone is trying to set him up for the murder, and Simm has no choice but to set aside his disdain for his father and accept his help. Valuable lessons about friendship, love, family, and wealth unfold, but will Simm discover the real killer, or will he face a life in prison?

This novella is a prequel to the Charlie & Simm mystery series, giving the reader insight into Simm's earlier life. It includes a sneak peek at the novel Sins of the Fathers.