Kicking the habit

By Scott J. Kramer

Book Description

Jane "CK" Monterrey finds herself drawn into a web of religious mystery when a desperate Catholic priest arrives at her door, convinced his sibling's murder is part of a larger conspiracy within the Church. Though initially hesitant to take the case, Jane's compassion for the troubled cleric pulls her into an investigation that quickly spirals beyond her control.

When the priest becomes the victim of a suspicious hit-and-run accident the very next day, Jane realizes she's stumbled onto something far more dangerous than a simple family tragedy. As she delves deeper into the death of a nun, the case becomes increasingly complex, challenging her assumptions about faith, justice, and the institutions we trust.

Meanwhile, Jane's personal life grows more complicated as her relationship with Officer Brad Hyatt heats up, only to be interrupted by her grandfather's unexpected arrival. Adding to her mounting responsibilities, a Methodist music director seeks her help recovering a stolen guitar, creating yet another puzzle to solve.

Balancing romance, family obligations, and multiple investigations, Jane must navigate a labyrinth of religious intrigue while racing against time. As the stakes rise and secrets emerge, she discovers that uncovering the truth about murder and theft may require confronting uncomfortable realities about faith communities and the people who serve them.

This mystery weaves together themes of spiritual questioning, moral complexity, and the search for justice within religious contexts.