Burying Ben

A deftly crafted novel of compelling complexity, this first book in the mystery series featuring cop therapist Dr. Dot Meyerhoff is absorbing (Midwest Book Review). As her police departments newest hire, police psychologist Dot Meyerhoff has a lot to prove. Especially since everyone on the small-town force doesnt see any reason for a shrink on staff. So when the rookie cop commits suicide, everyones looking to blame Doteven Dot herself. Dot knew Ben Gomez was struggling to adjust to police work, but how had she missed the signs that he was at the end of his rope? Now, with Bens and her reputation on the line, Dot goes looking for answers. What she discovers is the dark underbelly of a townand a police forcewho have very little patience with a woman who asks too many questions. Now Dot is determined to get to the truth behind the young officers deatheven at risk of her job. Or her life. . . . Praise for the Dot Meyerhoff series Riveting, compelling and authentic! Ellen Kirschmans been-there done-that experience makes this a real standout. Hank Phillippi USA Today-bestselling author of The House Guest Psychological thriller writing at its finest. D.P. Lyle, award-wining author of the Jake Longly series Highly satisfying . . . Perceptively treats complex racial, feminist, personal, and political issues while providing intimate knowledge of cops shop procedure. Publishers Weekly Gutsy and emotionally anchored in real life. Hallie Ephron, New York Timesbestselling author of Careful What You Wish For Ellen Kirschman is one to watch. Bookreporter.com