Virgil Alexander

Murder in Copper Virgil Alexander

International intrigue, an enigmatic murder, substance abuse, vengeful stalking, undercover police work, and their effect on families, are all woven through this story set in the American Southwest. Sergeant Allred must deal with all this while keeping it from Monica who is having a troubled pregnancy. Deputies Sanchez and Haley are undercover investigating copper theft, and unknowingly espionage. Apache police Sergeant Victor is plagued by his own devil's as he deals with his rage over murder by a diplomat, and the ever present problem of alcohol on the reservation.