Mystery in Harare
Priscilla’s Journey into Southern Africa
Book two of the Priscilla series
“Politics and faith are prevalent throughout the novel, diversity, lots of symbolism … and all of the senses are used.”
“Dr. Simms-Maddox writes so well. I’m right there. She brings the animals and the people alive and makes the reader feel a strong sense of presence in each scene. “
Helen Turner
First Place Winner!
Best in Category: Mystery & Mayhem
Chanticleer International Book Awards
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Book Summary
Mystery in Harare begins as the bride pauses for an instant before walking down the aisle to marry a man she likes but does not love; and in that hesitant moment a shot rings out, and then another. The groom falls. Blood stains the sanctuary.
Priscilla J. “PJ” Austin–a magnetic, up-and-coming, baby boomer–catches a glimpse of the shooter before everything blacks out for the bride.
Set in the mid 1980s, Mystery in Harare is a stylish, fast-paced, character-driven thriller that unravels the secrets behind this carnage at a Midwestern American black church.
Priscilla’s fortitude is sorely tried as she awakens, sometime later–sedated and confused, on the outskirts of Harare, Zimbabwe–to face the adventure of her life. She is “stashed” away, more than once, down deep into the savannas and the wilds of southern Africa–Zimbabwe and apartheid-ruled South Africa–where she falls prey to the vicious South African Nationalist Movement’s Patrol Guard.
Along the way, there is mayhem, murder, mistaken identities, and a barbed reunion with Carlton Elliott Bernhardt, a swarthy, intrepid special operative, who may be her one true love.
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About M.J. Simms-Maddox
M. J. Simms-Maddox, an accomplished independent author, transforms her extensive experience into practical wisdom in A Handbook for Emerging and Seasoned Authors. From crafting the compelling “Priscilla Series” to becoming an international award-winning author, her journey is a testament to her writing and publishing prowess.
With a Ph.D. in political science and a diverse career, including roles as a legislative aide, public relations agency owner, and tenured professor, she offers a unique perspective. Inspired by her rich background, M. J. Simms-Maddox now empowers aspiring authors through professional development sessions, crystallizing her insights into a comprehensive handbook. This insider’s guide provides a concise, step-by-step approach to navigating the indie publishing landscape. Immerse yourself in her expertise and embark on your journey to becoming a successful indie author.