C.C. Benison
4 SeriesC.C. Benison, the pen name of Canadian author Douglas Whiteway, is known for his mystery novels, including the Her Majesty Investigates and the Father Christmas Mysteries series. Whiteway has worked as a journalist for the Winnipeg Tribune and the Winnipeg Free Press. He holds a B.A. in Religious Studies from the University of Manitoba and a journalism degree from Carleton University.
In Cold Type by C.C. Benison follows newspaper reporter Leo Fabian as he investigates the murder of Michael Rossiter, a wealthy member of a prominent Winnipeg newspaper family. Leo's inquiry is driven by his desire to win the affection of Stevie Lord, who was close to the victim. As Leo delves deeper, he uncovers surprising secrets about Michael that may have led to his death, involving a cast of characters including fellow reporters and Michael's troubled sister. The investigation takes Leo from old-money neighborhoods to new-money malls, revealing old scandals and long-ago deaths that cast new shadows. Racing against time, Leo must unravel the complex trail of clues to prevent another brutal murder.
