“Against the stunning backdrop of southern Utah, Maggi unspools an intricate whodunit with a memorable cast whom readers will hope to meet again. It’s a winner.”

“The Department is over-the-top brilliant, intellectually intriguing, and has a concussion grenade conclusion . . . A dazzling debut.”

“A thoroughly enjoyable read.”

“I couldn't put down this ripped-from-the-headlines novel from a writer who gets all the details right."