Under a Raging Moon

Zafiro has created a gritty, realistic world out of his own years of experience as a law enforcement officer. In "Under a Raging Moon", as serial gunman is plaguing River City, Washington, and becoming progressively more dangerous and violent. The police are eager to stop him, but internal politics and fate hamper the investigation and capture. And, the police officers themselves are dealing with their own personal demons and crises, which adds both tension and humanity to the mix. This intriguing, exciting and compelling read is sure to keep you turning pages.

Frank became a police officer in 1993. During his career, he has served as a patrol officer, corporal, detective (his favorite job), sergeant, lieutenant, and captain. He has written and taught courses in Report Writing and Sexual Assault Investigation at the Basic Law Enforcement Academy. He has also written several college courses in police subject matter. Many of Frank’s stories take place in the fictional setting of River City, a mid-sized city in Eastern Washington, with recurring characters. His first River City novel, Under A Raging Moon, was originally published in 2006. The second, Heroes Often Fail, was originally published in 2007. Over fifty of his short stories have been published in ten different anthologies, as well as print and online magazines. His story “Good Shepherd” was a finalist for the 2006 Derringer Award. In 2007, his story “The Worst Door” was a finalist for this same award. Most recently, his story “Dead Even” was a finalist for the 2009 Derringer Award. In addition to writing, Frank is an avid hockey player and a tortured guitarist. His wife, Kristi, and his three children are about the only folks who will watch him do either activity.