The Side Hustle (The 509 Crime Stories)

Review "Intriguing storyline with descriptive writing that draws the reader into each scene. Several twists throughout and a surprise ending. Realistic procedures, actions and reactions. Believable characters with distinct personalities. The relationship between the lead detectives is entertaining. Thought-provoking, memorable and real-life dialogue make this an excellent read." - Bookzilla/Top 500 Reviewer ★★★★★"I must admit I have read another series from Colin Conway that was a cozy mystery and loved all of them BUT this series is even better! The depth of the characters brings you literally into the story and you don't want it to end. This book has everything: mystery, crime, sex (not graphic) and intrigue. I have already called my friends and suggested this book to them before even writing about it. Lest I forget there is also a subtext on finance streaming through the book offering great advice to those willing to embrace it. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!" - Sharon Spring ★★★★★"I really enjoyed this book & didn't want to put it down until I finished it. Great story line with lots of intrigue and twists with some excellent real life advise mixed in. It makes you think about your life choices while enjoying the mystery of the story line." - Ginger Leigh ★★★★★"Conway took a different route instead of template writing and created an interesting different style of crime mystery." - Freya T ★★★★★"I really enjoyed this book. I haven't read Colin Conway before and am extremely impressed with his writing style. His characters came to life quickly, but with a complexity that kept me turning pages. The plot, although led to distasteful emotions, was deep and scary with realism. The main characters are very entertaining, but also struggle with normal, everyday issues. I recommend this book, and will be looking for more by and from this author." - Becky Holder ★★★★★ Product Description Hard work leads to murder for a personal finance blogger. Two homicide detectives are about to find out why.When Jacob Kidwell’s body is discovered, his death appears to be an accident.Major Crimes Detectives Quinn Delaney and Marci Burkett discover layers of deception wrapping the young man’s life. They also find someone meddling in their investigation—a friend of the deceased hoping to help. He’s sticking his nose where it doesn’t belong and creating new problems for the detectives.Secrets, lies, and double-crosses are exposed as they hunt for the truth.But Quinn has a secret of his own—one which could derail his career. Can he keep it hidden while searching for Jacob’s killer, or will his weakness cost him more than his job?The Side Hustle is the first book in the 509 Crime Stories, a series of novels set in Eastern Washington with revolving lead characters. If you like police procedurals with compelling personalities, you’ll love this story. From the Author What exactly is the 509?Separated by the Cascade Range, Washington State is divided into two distinctly different climates and cultures.The western side of the Cascades is home to Seattle, its 34 inches of annual rainfall, and the incredibly weird and smelly Gum Wall. Most of the state's wealth and political power are concentrated in and around this enormous city. The residents of this area know the prosperity that has come from being the home of Microsoft, Amazon, Boeing, and Starbucks.To the east of the Cascade Mountains lies nearly two-thirds of the entire state, a lot of which is used for agriculture. Washington State leads the nation in producing apples, it is the second-largest potato grower, and it's the fourth for providing wheat.This eastern part of the state can enjoy more than 170 days of sunshine each year, which is important when there are more than 200 lakes nearby. However, the beautiful summers are offset by harsh winters, with average snowfall reaching 47 inches and the average high hovering around 37°.While five telephone area codes provide service to the west side