
by Judith Erwin
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Added on February 11, 2026
FIRST BOOK IN NEW SERIES FROM AWARD WINNING AUTHOR JUDITH ERWIN FEATURING PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR JAKE SHEPHERDHis social skills won’t win friends. He doesn’t care. But when in trouble, the ruggedly handsome cowboy, Jake Shepherd, is the man to have on your side. A topnotch PI and former FBI agent with a Yale law degree, he can shoot the wings off a mosquito at 100 yards, read a suspect like a restaurant menu, and catch the eye of the ladies. On the job, Jake offends clients, maneuvers suspects, and takes full advantage of a unique relationship with his former FBI supervisor—always in the pursuit of justice. Just when you think you know him—look out. Love him or hate him. Never underestimate him.In CAPITOL MURDER, Jake meets Atlanta attorney Scarlett Kavanaugh when the husband of her estranged twin (a U.S. senator) is found dead. A savvy Harvard Law graduate, Scarlett is a formidable match for Jake with her quick wit, intelligence, and self-confidence. Sexy sparks hover as Scarlett assists in Jake’s investigation of the murder
Fun fast read. I plan to read more in this series
Capitol Murder is the first book in a new series by Judith Erwin, featuring former FBI Agent and current hunk P.I. Jake Shepherd. Ms. Erwin is a new author for me and I picked up this book on a free Kindle offer. The writing here is good and the characters are interesting. Jake and his love interest, Scarlett, seem poised to have a long romantic story arc into future books.The best part of this read is the hard-boiled banter between Jake and Scarlett (and to a lesser degree between Jake and ever
It's always fun to find a new mystery series with interesting characters and the promise of future adventures. After reading the first book in the Shepherd & Associates series, I look forward to reading future installments. This series stars Jake Shepherd, a private investigator, former FBI agent, divorced father of a thirteen year old daughter. He is hired to investigate the murder of Senator Scott Kingsley and prove his wife--Savannah is innocent. He is helped by his associates, Liz Glover and

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