Freedom Drop

An impressive debut mystery novel from Edgar award nominated author Brian SilvermanLen Buonfiglio is a former New York bar owner and family man who has disappeared to a small island in the Caribbean. When a genial tour guide, Rawle Big Tree Johns is a suspect in an American womans fall from a cliff, Johns mother enlists Buonfiglios help to free her son and prove his innocence. Conflicted by the need to spend time with his 16-year old daughter who he hasnt seen in years, Mr. Len as hes known on the island, reluctantly agrees to help. During his investigation he discovers there are other, much more powerful forces involved in the womans death that threaten both his life and his family.Advance praise for Freedom Drop:What a thrill to find Mystery Tribune, one of the best magazines in the business, launching a novel-publishing arm, and launching it with Brian Silvermans FREEDOM DROP. Silverman had me at the Caribbean setting, and held me with his fully human characters -- of both good and bad natures -- and their situation. Both the book and the publisher are welcome additions to the crime-writing world!- SJ Rozan, Edgar-winning author of THE ART OF VIOLENCEA mystery steeped in authentic Caribbean atmosphere. Silverman knows his territory, as does his hero, an ex-Marine-turned-sleuth who discovers that, even in paradise, things arent always what they seem.- Wallace Stroby, author of HEAVENS A LIE and SOME DIE NAMELESS.A buddy book, a whodunit, and a family drama, Freedom Drop is mystery magic.- Reed Farrel Coleman, New York Times Bestselling Author of WHAT YOU BREAKBrian Silvermans Freedom Drop is an exciting and welcome new addition to the crime writing pantheon - S.A. Cosby, Author of BLACKTOP WASTELANDAn impressive debut...Silverman capably captures the feel of his setting en route to a satisfying conclusion. A sequel is warranted.- Publishers Weekly