Jill Edmondson
Toronto, ON
Canada
Fishnets, fajitas and forensics..!
Dead Light District
As open minded as she is, private investigator Sasha Jackson feels out of place when her latest case plunges her into the world of commercial sex. A classy madame has hired Sasha to find a missing Mexican hooker, which seems easy enough at first.
Sasha figures out why the hooker ran away but has no idea where she is running to. Besides, how fast can anyone run in stiletto heels? It isn’t until the next body turns up that Sasha realizes why the hooker must choose between fight and flight, and why the choice is so difficult.
Sasha tests her moral compass as she tries to understand the sex trade and what someone will do in a moment of desperation. She is even willing to look the other way, but then Sasha realizes her ass is incredibly hot and the killer is incredibly cold.
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Reviews for Dead Light District
"If you say 'female private eyes in crime fiction', loners like Kinsey Millhone or V. I. Warshawski come to mind. Sasha's a nice counterpoint. It's just easier to relate to Sasha" -HowMysterious.com
"Sasha Jackson is the true literary granddaughter of Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe" -Ellery Queen
"Blood and Groom was a delightful discovery, as it featured the tough-as-nails, but still self-aware and flawed Sasha Jackson as a private investigator uncovering heinous crimes. Dead Light District stays true to the character. Edmondson keeps the tone light with occasional jokes and sarcastic wit, and her series character is worth the attention for those who appreciate contemporary P.I. fiction" Mark Rose, Bookgasm.com
"A missing-person case that goes terribly wrong will have readers chuckling and cringing as they read Jill Edmondson’s latest mystery tale...an intriguing tale. And Edmondson develops it in style with unexpected twists and turns. Jill Edmondson is a writer to watch" -The Guelph Mercury
"There is still the wise cracking Sasha that was present in the first book, along with a cast of interesting characters. I am looking forward to the next book" -Sleuth of Baker Street
“Interesting moral ambiguities get discussed in Dead Light District, and Sasha continues to be an appealing character — growing as Edmondson keeps building her series” –Joan Barfoot, London Free Press
“The book offers an interesting twist on a mystery. I love books that make me think and wrestle with morality. This one clearly does. How far one can go before they cross the line of self-defense? While the book is well written, offers solid characters and an interesting plot, the strength of the book is based on these philosophical questions and the research that went into telling this fascinating story. Edmondson shows extreme finesse at attacking these deep subjects, while keeping the story still enjoyable to read and exciting. Five Stars out of Five” -Lynn Farris, National Examiner.com
“This is Jill Edmondson’s second Sasha Jackson novel and it’s even better than the fast-paced Blood and Groom. The case provides ample dilemmas for outspoken feminist Sasha. Dead Light District makes the reader adore Sasha even more. Edmondson has created the ideal character in Sasha Jackson—liberal morals, ex-drummer/singer turned PI, single woman who’s sassy and fun. Dead Light District makes the perfect summer read as it speeds along and follows Sasha’s train of thought as she works to solve the case” -Amy Steele, EntertainmentRealm.com
“In this second installment of the Sasha Jackson mystery series, Jill Edmondson takes the reader on an engaging ride through Hogtown's red-light district. I found Dead Light District to be a fun, fast-paced read. Edmondson's characters are smart and sassy, her dialogue is snappy and her situations will make you laugh out loud. Private investigator Sasha Jackson, connoisseur of fine drinking establishments everywhere, brings a unique blend of Janet Evanovich's "Stephanie Plum" and Robert Parker's "Spencer" to the page. I gave Dead Light District "5 Stars" for humor, action, pace and characters that are sure to delight!” -Donna Carrick, author of The First Excellence ~ Fa-Ling’s Map
“Sasha Jackson shows compassion and wits like never before in Dead Light District, the gritty yet warm portrayal of Toronto's underworld. Dead Light District has all the strengths of its predecessor (fast pace, wry humour, a distinct sense of places) but it probes deeper emotionally both into the character of Sasha, kickass musician-turned-PI, and into the world of prostitution. Jill Edmondson has a great sense of humour, so there are lots of funny lines that had me laughing. But this novel shows that she has compassion, too, in spades. She ultimately shows us the dark side of the city. I'm excited to see where this series takes us next. Sasha Jackson, you are one sleuth I want to watch” -Robin Spano, author of the Clare Vengel Undercover series
“This sequel to the amusing Blood and Groom finds Toronto private investigator Sasha Jackson on the trail of a missing Mexican hooker. There’s a decent story here” -Margaret Cannon, The Globe and Mail
"Dead Light District was sure worth the wait. Jill writes great mystery novels. The book flows... Dead Light District is well written and very interesting. Sasha is a good character, but the key to a good plot is a bit of surprise. Dead Light District is a light read... where I find the plot is good enough to sit and read it all the way through. I didn't suspect the ending... Jill has a surprising way to keep me reading" -Rebecca Emrich, Living a Life of Writing
"Dead Light District doesn't hesitate to show the underside of Toronto - the seedy side of this cosmopolitan city. Private investigator Sasha Jackson is asked to find a missing woman who works for a local madam. Sasha solves the mystery but not before encountering two murders and a good look at the convoluted workings of the underground. The language makes the book more realistic and fitting for the environment and circumstances, I would recommend the book for mystery lovers who like an interesting plot and don't mind stark language" -Harvee Lau, Book Dilettante/Bookbirddog
"Sasha Jackson is back... searching for a missing prostitute in a milieu suited to her tough girl personality. With the book in first person narrative by Sasha I found the short first person comments of Mary Carmen made her character come alive. Mary Carmen’s painful past and ongoing desperate decisions are vividly expressed. [The] plotting is more assured. I liked Sasha better in this book. She was wittier and a little less sarcastic, while remaining as strong willed and stubborn. Sasha reminds me of Stephanie Plum in Janet Evanovich’s series. With the growth of Sasha’s character I am looking forward to the third in the series" -Bill Selnes, Mysteries and More
"Sasha Jackson, is once again solving a mystery with a combination of her intelligence, tenacity, and (amusing!) snarkiness. Dead Light District is a lively and exciting read. I recommend it for those who like a fast-paced mystery with an amusing tone. The story is about a serious subject (prostitution) but the author has balanced it with plenty of humour, quirky characters, and a compelling mystery" -Bookish Magpie
"Fuel for enough action to make Dead Light District ideal for a summer evening." -Don Graves, The Hamilton Spectator
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Jill Edmondson
Toronto, ON
Canada