Greg and Jill take on what appears to be a 90-year-old murder case, dragging them into a present-day conspiracy filled with chicanery in circles of power and chaos created by a frenzied killer. It starts with a stash of yellowed records found during restoration of the long-defunct Marathon Motor Works’ buildings in Nashville. The documents vanish, and the construction foreman who had them is murdered. The McKenzies’ clients, Col. Warren Jarvis (who first appeared in Secret of the Scroll) and his girlfriend, Kelli Kane, believe the records would shed light on the fate of her great-great-grandfather. A Marathon officer who disappeared in 1914, he was accused of embezzlement and later found dead. More murders occur, appearing aimed at suppressing the secret behind the missing records. It’s a tale of greed, misplaced pride, family loyalty, and the unpredictable violence of an irrational mind.


Here are a few reviews:

"A skillfully woven tale that shows detective fiction wannabes how it's supposed to be done . . . This reader eagerly awaits the next installment in the McKenzie series. A must read!"

Sylvia Cochran, Roundtable Reviews

"With this fourth entry into the Mystery Sweepstakes, Chester Campbell's Marathon Murders may sweep the prize list."

Ben F. Small, author of Alibi on Ice

"Another excellent read . . . With characters that come alive and a mystery that defies easy answers readers are sure to enjoy this latest installment of a great series."

Kevin R. Tipple, reviewer for Mystery Morgue,

Crime and Suspense, Mysterical-e

"Campbell weaves a complicated tale of purpose and cross purpose as the interesting cast of characters show us their motives for doing what they do. . . Recommended as a fun read, lots of action, a well written tale to hold your attention.  You’ll be wanting to read other stories by this imaginative author.  Enjoy.  I did."

Anne K. Edwards, New Mystery Reader

"Having read three out of four (of) Chester D. Campbell's books, I feel that this one is the best yet."

Patricia E. Reid, Armchair Interviews

"Greg McKenzie's inner dialogue and the interactions with Jill give the reader the thoughts of seasoned professional senior citizens. The story is fun to follow and the dialogue is realistic."

Bob Spear, Heartland Reviews

"This fourth installment of the Greg McKenzie Mysteries is proof positive the series remains strong and fresh and is a major contender in the mystery venue . . . the not-so-easily-guessed mystery one readers will enjoy trying to solve."

Christy Tillery French, Midwest Book Review

"I enjoyed the free-style writing of Campbell . . . It is a fast paced book, which goes right to the heart of the case and doesn't stop until the end, which comes pretty fast."

Nicole Merritt, MyShelf Reviews

"Details about the only car maker south of the Mason-Dixon line in the early days of the automobile industry and background information about Nashville enrich the (McKenzies') search."

Jo Ann Vicarel, Library Journal

Campbell . . . allows the reader to really get inside the characters heads. He makes them well liked and very down to earth. You can almost imagine that any of these people could be your neighbors. I think that is one of the things that make this such a good story. Because the characters are so believable, you find yourself sympathizing for them, rooting for them, and giving them a pat on the back when they do something well.

Ashley Merrill, Front Street Reviews

 

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