Hook Runyon

Hook Runyon

Series by Sheldon Russell

In Sheldon Russell's captivating historical mystery series, "Hook Runyon," an unlikely hero and railroad security agent navigates the treacherous shadows of the mid-1940s, unraveling dark secrets and confronting his own vulnerabilities against the backdrop of a nation at war.

**Series Synopsis: Hook Runyon** In the shadow of World War II, where the tumult of conflict meets the quiet desolation of the American prairie, ex-soldier Hook Runyon navigates a rugged landscape laced with danger, betrayal, and secrets best left buried. Living in a rusted caboose near Waynoka Divisional Point, Hook spends his days chasing away hobos and pickpockets while grappling with the ghost of his past—his war thwarted by a car accident that cost him his arm. When the suspicious death of a local coal picker ignites a chain of events that spirals into a deadly conspiracy involving Nazi POWs and the upper echelons of power, Hook and his scrappy partner, Runt, the town’s moonshiner, are catapulted into a perilous investigation that forces them to confront their fears and their tie to the land they call home. Driven by a thirst for justice and fueled by a bond forged in hardship, Hook must decode a labyrinth of deception that threatens not just their lives but the very heart of the community. Alongside themes of loss, redemption, and camaraderie, the series delves deep into the human psyche—a reflection of resilience amid chaos. As the tendrils of conspiracy tighten around them, Hook and Runt will discover the lengths to which they'll go to uncover the truth. Will they unravel the sinister web before it's too late, or will their own ghosts prove to be the greatest adversary? Get ready to embark on a gripping journey through the prairie's ominous underbelly with “Hook Runyon” – where danger lurks at every turn and justice might come at an unbearable price.

Books in this Series

Hook Runyon Mystery

The Yard Dog

Published in 2009

The Insane Train

Published in 2010

Dead Man's Tunnel

Published in 2012

The Hanging of Samuel Ash

Published in 2013

The Bridge Troll Murders

Published in 2017