A Dead Man Speaks, A Dead Man Speaks

Introducing the first in a new paranormal crime mystery series set in 1980s, New York City on Wall StreetClive January is a driven, self-made Black man, a ruthless, wildly successful investment banker who had it all - until he is shot and killed from behind by an unknown assailant. As Clive lies in a pool of blood, his life slowly ebbing away, he hears voices, unearthly beings tormenting him, telling him that he will burn in hell, unless he finds out who killed him. Now before it's too late, his ghost must solve the crime of his own murder and his only choice is to work with the white racist cop assigned to his case, Detective Bob Greene.Their relationship begins in hate and distrust, but soon they each realize that they have more in common than they could ever believe. And in the wrenching ending, they discover the truth that frees them both.About the AuthorA Writers Guild of America member, Lisa Jones Gentry is an author, artist and a writer-producer for film, television and digital content. A Dead Man Speaks garnered an NAACP Image Award nomination for Best Debut Author, followed by a Literary Critics Award nomination for best general fiction. Her most recent book, Forbidden Love is currently being made into a film based on her screenplay.Editorial Reviews“More than a whodunit—A Dead Man Speaks unearths the human heart and the courage needed to let go.” —Persia Walker, author of the Lanie Price Mystery Series“Masterfully and uniquely plotted, Lisa gives us not only a great mystery, but also a gripping take on the Civil Rights movement. Don’t miss this one.” —Stephen J. Cannell, NY Times bestselling author of The Devil’s Workshop