A Gambling Cruise Ship Murder — Robert Colling

In A Gambling Cruise Ship Murder by Robert Colling, a luxury casino cruise through the Caribbean becomes a deadly game of deception, greed, and revenge. What begins as a heartfelt reunion between Dylan and her retired cop stepfather Jerry soon spirals into chaos as heavily armed pirates hijack the ship in broad daylight, leaving passengers shocked-and one man dead. As stolen fortunes vanish into the sea and terrified guests are locked in their cabins, Dylan, now a private investigator, must unravel a twisted conspiracy hidden beneath tropical cocktails and poker chips. Teaming up with Dillon-a charming stranger with a mirrored past-they begin to uncover dark secrets surrounding the murder of wealthy gambling tycoon Thomas Edward Barlowe II. Was this simply a high-seas heist gone wrong? Or a carefully planned hit disguised as piracy? As tensions rise and clues unravel, Dylan, Dillon, and Jerry must navigate a treacherous web of suspects-including a mysterious assistant, a seductive crime novelist, and a brother with a hidden motive. But time is running out. The killers are still on board... and someone doesn't want the truth to surface. ⚓ Perfect for fans of crime thrillers, locked-room mysteries, and fast-paced suspense novels, this gripping story blends sharp wit, emotional depth, and nonstop action into a cruise you'll never forget.