The Wham Curse
Virgil Alexander
Mar 2024 · Deputy Allred & Apache Policeman Victor Book 1 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Curtis Michael Holland
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A tale of two crimes in the twenty-first century: In the rugged ranch country of eastern Arizona, Graham County Deputy Branden Allred and San Carlos Tribal Police Officer Allen Victor are investigating the death of a young Apache. At first it appears to be a freak accident, a conclusion the Sheriff likes, but the officers begin to suspect murder. Motive is the major missing element, and nothing makes sense until a one-hundred-year old unsolved crime comes to light. In the nineteenth century: Near the end of the 1800's in the same vicinity as the present-day murder, US Army Major Joseph W. Wham, Paymaster, and his twelve-soldier escort were ambushed and the payroll in gold and silver coins was taken. Though several men went to trial for the payroll robbery, they were found not guilty. The loot was never recovered and never surfaced. Though the treasure was sought for decades it eventually faded from public memory. In working the present-day case, the policemen must deal with politics, cultural differences, and limited resources. Two local ranchers, an environmental activist, and an unknown horseman become the primary murder suspects. In a backdrop of historic places, diverse geology, wide vistas, breathtaking scenery, Native American culture, and rural society, the mystery carries the flavor of both the old and new West.
About the author
Virgil Alexander was born in rural Gila County, Arizona, growing up in the area of Globe-Miami. An ardent Arizona history enthusiast he spent much of his boyhood reading about and experiencing historic sites and the natural environment.
Curtis Michael Holland is proud to share his spirited, entertaining voice with listeners. He loves bringing authenticity to queer romances and young adult fiction; at the same time, he enjoys narrating stories of horror, thrills, and high tension. Whatever the tale may be, it is his ultimate goal to educate and entertain.
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