Murder in Minos
Murder in Minos is a murder mystery.
Erina must find the assassin who killed the king. However, she is faced with a dilemma, her findings will directly benefit a dangerous woman who is her worst enemy.
The story's setting is ancient Knossos, 1500 BC.
The approximate length -- 70,000 words.
Anticipated release - Fall 2026
Erina
Erina has been ordered to find the king's assassin. She knows her world will be destroyed by her arch enemy, Potnia if she does not do as commanded. However, if she finds the evidence to convict the killer, this will benefit Potnia.
Potnia
Potnia wants to rule, and Erina stands in her way. She will crush Erina and her family if Erina does not do as she as commanded.
Lepa
Sisters, and Potnia's cousin. They are powerful women governing important cities. One wants more power while the other is interested in increasing her wealth, and in preventing her sister from acquiring more power.
Platanna
Serka
Potnia's daughter.
She believes she should inherit the throne and is ruthless in her attempts to acquire power.
Hiera
The king's lover. He is murdered when he goes to visit her.