Dark City, Dark Magic

Henry Billingsly, brother of millionaire Frederick Billingsly, is found dead with a gun in his hand. The police are convinced it was suicide, but Frederick is unconvinced and has evidence that points to magic-assisted murder. Desperate for help, he turns to someone who specializes in cases involving magic - private investigator Rick Walker. An indulging lover of Scotch and women, the smooth-talking Rick is also a darn good private eye. With the reluctant help of the foul-mouthed demon Beluosis, Rick searches for the pieces of the puzzle regarding Henry's death. Was it murder? Is Rick's life now at stake? And will he solve the case in time to pay his overdue rent?The novella "Dark City, Dark Magic" is the first installment of "Mystery, Murder, and Magic", a three-part story chronicling the continuing adventures of Rick Walker.