In the Near-Earth Mystery "A Colony on Mars Becomes Home to a Killer Conspiracy," Brazilian investigator Rosalia Morais and her husband, American spacer Nicolau Aames, are building a life together in Marss Maxwell City, the fastest-growing settlement on the planet. However, when an industrialist is found among the charred remains of an arson, Nick, his former officer on the Earth-to-Mars vessel, is duty-bound to keep the officers' secrets. As loyalties shift, trust breaks, and the tide of a political conspiracy rises, Rosie must solve a mystery that could doom the future of humanity on Mars. Format: Paperback / softback Length: 320 pages Publication date: 06 October 2020 Publisher: Amazon Publishing A captivating Near-Earth Mystery by the acclaimed author of "The Last Dance" unfolds on the red planet of Mars. In this thrilling tale, a colony thrives, but beneath the surface, a sinister conspiracy brews. Brazilian investigator Rosalia Morais, alongside her devoted husband, Nicolau Aames, a renowned American spacer, have settled in Marss Maxwell City, the fastest-growing settlement on Mars. The absence of natural predators brings a sense of relief, but the presence of humans introduces a different set of challenges. The crime rate begins to soar, prompting Rosalia to be appointed as the Red Planet's first chief of police by the mayor. Her mission is to ensure public safety and uphold the law. However, as she assembles a law enforcement squad, the most formidable obstacle emerges: combating internal corruption and graft within the police force. It is a daunting task, but when an industrialist is found charred in an arson incident, it becomes a murder mystery. The fire ignites a trail that leads to a single man, Nick's former officer on the Earth-to-Mars vessel, the Aldrin. Nick, bound by his oath of secrecy, must navigate treacherous waters as loyalties shift, trust erodes, and the tide of a political conspiracy rises. With time running out, Rosie must unravel a mystery that holds the key to humanity's future on Mars. This gripping novel delves into the complexities of power, loyalty, and the consequences of secrets in a world where survival is the ultimate test. Weight: 330g Dimension: 140 x 208 x 24 (mm) ISBN-13: 9781542091404