Dies Irae

<p><em><strong>A mysterious music puzzle. A murdered co-ed. Sinister secrets.</strong></em></p><p>Three years ago Scott Drayco left the FBI after an incident involving his partner Mark “Sarg” Sargosian. Now a freelance crime consultant Drayco often helps law enforcement on cases but he never imagined his estranged former partner would turn up on his doorstep pleading for Drayco’s help. A student at an elite Washington D.C. private college has been murdered and the victim's friend—Sarg’s own daughter Tara—might be the next target.</p><p>The killer left behind a puzzling music code at the crime scene and Drayco soon learns he has two things in common with the murdered girl: a music background and synesthesia. The case takes an even darker turn after a second murder and a second music code with signs pointing toward a possible ritualistic killing.</p><p>When Drayco himself starts receiving coded messages he finds himself locked in a deadly game with a madman where only one of them may come out alive.</p><p>“A notable title worth putting on your reading list.” – <em>Library Journal</em></p><p>“BV Lawson has created a memorable character in Drayco a concert pianist turned FBI agent turned crime consultant. He also has the fascinating condition of synesthesia which not only adds a mysterious depth to his character it is integral to the plot.” – <em>Big Als Books and Pals</em></p>