The Rector
A Christian Murder Mystery
Martha McRae is no ordinary church lady. When the beloved rector of Solo, Mississippi's Episcopal church, Pastor David Baddour, is found dead, Martha refuses to accept the official story. Set in the 1950s Mississippi Delta, this debut mystery follows Martha as she digs into the secrets of a small town where everyone knows your name but nobody tells the truth. What she uncovers will shake the foundations of Solo and test her faith to its core.
2013
320
Mystery & Suspense
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Awards
Independent Publisher Book Awards
Winner — Regional Fiction (2014)
Selah Award
Winner — Mystery/Suspense (2014)
Reviews
“Thompson's engaging, high-energy Christian murder mystery gleefully mixes all the elements of a small-town murder mystery — gossip, foul play, backstabbing...”
— Publishers Weekly
“A masterfully written mystery that keeps you guessing until the very last page.”
— Independent Publisher Book Awards
“The Rector is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery with depth and heart.”
— Reader Review
“Thompson brings the Mississippi Delta to life in a way that makes you feel the humidity on your skin.”
— Book Reviewer
“Every page drips with authenticity. You can tell Thompson knows and loves Mississippi deeply.”
— Goodreads Reviewer