Deceit by Design

Women beware the devil's in town

Strike one, two, three

You'll all be down...

When an unexplained murder rattles the idyllic city of Champaign, Illinois during the school's 100-year anniversary, it becomes a hotbed of mystery and danger. Three closely knit, successful women who had returned for the celebration are thrust into the eye of the storm when one of their own is viciously murdered. With dark secrets rising to the surface and cryptic riddles leading a deadly dance, the hunt is on for a deranged killer in their midst.

Thrown into this spiralling mystery is relentless Lieutenant Craig Ryan, with the enigmatic reporter, Kirsten Wells at his side. Driven by the quest for truth and the ache of personal loss, they wade through layers of deception and suspense, tracing the riddles left behind by the cunning killer.

Every woman in Champaign may be a potential victim and time is running out. Will Craig and Kirsten uncover the secret and catch the perpetrator before it's too late?

Roz Potgieter is an author based in the picturesque Gold Coast of Australia. Widely renowned for her engaging storytelling and whimsical style, she masterfully spins tales fuelled by her rich imagination and the heartfelt love she holds for her granddaughters, Gabi and Ana. These enchanting figures are not just family members but also the lively protagonists in three of Roz's beloved children's book series. Roz's personal and professional spheres often overlap, creating a perfect alchemy that nourishes her creativity. A voracious reader herself, she values the power of stories and continually seeks inspiration through a vast spectrum of genres. Her eye for beauty is not limited to words on paper; it extends to physical spaces as well, leading her to indulge in styling interiors that reflect her refined taste. Through her work, she wishes to ignite this same passion and sense of wonder in her readers, transporting them to magical worlds where every turn of the page brings a delightful surprise.