Scam at Higgins Canyon follows a computer forensic data analyst who agrees to manage a group of construction contractors; however, he had not counted on finding a hidden room full of literal skeletons and unanswered questions. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?

My stories are based on true events. I have worked in the construction industry in South Africa and Dubai. When tearing down old buildings or doing renovations, it is not uncommon to find things hidden in the wall and under the floor.

How did you come up with the idea for the antagonist in this story, and how did it change as you wrote?

The antagonist is based on someone I knew. As I wrote, the antagonist took on his own persona. All I was doing was writing the words.

Authors sometimes ask themselves questions and let their characters answer them. Do you think this is true for your characters?

Absolutely. This is especially true for the antagonist as he morphed as I wrote more and more.

What do you have in store for Jack Rhodes next, and when can your fans expect his next thrilling adventure to be out?

The draft for Book 5 in the Scam series is with beta readers. It should be published in the next two months. Here is what will be on the back cover: “In the aftermath of police officer Ted Clark’s heroic death, his wife Marie grapples with grief and guilt. As she becomes a target for an insurance scam, Ted’s colleague Jack Rhodes steps in to protect her. The investigation into Ted’s death and the murder of Danny Carlton uncovers a web of familial and criminal entanglements. Freya Ragnall, who runs a chop shop, restores Ted’s Mustang, symbolizing his legacy and revealing more about her criminal activities. Meanwhile, the Lund brothers face their estranged father, Frank, amidst betrayal and ambition. Jack’s lover, Stella West, supports him as he uncovers suspicious financial activities linked to Victor Thornfield’s advanced technology. This culminates in a violent showdown at Vortex. This gripping narrative explores the ethical dilemmas posed by technological advancements and the fragile nature of human connections. A story of loss, justice, and the pursuit of closure.”

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