The Nevada desert is a far cry from my birthplace of England and that of Southern Africa where I was raised.
Stephen is currently a partner of a small computer software company that was started in California in 1982, but in 2003, he and his partner decided to relocate to Las Vegas, Nevada.
Besides writing, he enjoys traveling and has been fortunate enough to explore the world on all continents extensively.
Stephen writes in multiple genres and is the author of five self-published novels – the award-winning The Chapel of Eternal Love – Wedding Stories from Las Vegas; the sequel, Return to the Chapel of Eternal Love – Marriage Stories from Las Vegas; the cozy murder mystery, Murder Aboard Queen Elizabeth II; Discreetly Yours; and the recently released holiday fiction, Discovering the Christmas Spirit.
SYNOPSIS
Wealthy Beverly Hills socialites, Brian and Sylvia Sinclair are celebrating their 25th Anniversary on a cruise from London to New York on the luxurious QEII. Joining the couple’s joyous excursion is their rebellious daughter and her controlling husband, their scheming son and his wily girlfriend, six of their longtime friends, and a surprise person from their past. Also on board is private eye Richard Manning, who volunteers to investigate when a member of the party dies an unnatural death. Manning’s search reveals dark secrets and everyone becomes a suspect. Ferreting out the truth is a daunting challenge, and time is short – once the ship reaches New York, the parties will scatter, making it almost impossible for authorities to solve the case. Will Manning figure it out in time? Follow him on his quest to unmask the killer in this captivating mystery.