7 DAYS, A Dee Rommel Mystery, is the fourth book in the crime/mystery series that has made Kirkus’ Top 5 mysteries from Indie Publishers List, has been awarded a Silver Falchion and award nominations from Foreword Review, the Clue Award, Maine Literary Award, and more. The series begins with 10 DAYS, is followed by 9 DAYS, 8 DAYS, then 7 DAYS (you can see the pattern, 6 DAYS is now in progress and the plan is for Dee to, eventually, solve the crime in 1 DAY).
“If you’re missing Sue Grafton’s Alphabet series like I am, you’ll want to read Jule Selbo’s Dee Rommel books—they’re as comforting as they are exciting. I’m a big fan!”
—Holly West, author of the Mistress of Fortune mysteries and the Anthony Award-winning editor of Killin’ Time in San Diego
10 DAYS
Early summer, Portland, Maine… eleven months after young policewoman Dee Rommel’s mysterious and life-altering on-the-job injury. Her medical leave is nearly up, and the Police Department and her ex-training officer, newly-single Detective Donato, expect her to reinstate. But her decision is postponed when she’s challenged to step in for her godfather – private investigator Gordy Greer – to investigate the disappearance of a brilliant high-tech heiress, Lucy Claren, who has announced hasty wedding plans that could derail her father’s empire. Life is further complicated when Dee’s good friend, Karla, is physically assaulted by a sadist that Dee had helped put behind bars. Newly released, he decides to turn his sights on justice-driven Dee, making it his personal mission to ensure her failure – and demise. Dee dangerously navigates through the two worlds of crime – determined to survive them both… in just ten days.
“Riveting and fun and inventive, and best of all, it features Dee Rommel, a tough, fearless, beautiful sleuth with an intriguing past. You won’t be able to put it down until the suspenseful and totally satisfying conclusion.”
—Kate Christensen, PEN/Faulkner Award-winning author
“An entertaining, richly textured suspense yarn with a spirited hero.”
—Kirkus
9 DAYS
A powerful family will stop at nothing to protect its secrets…
Famous astrologist Agnes Sants-Mekler, a member of one of Maine’s elite families, pleads guilty to murder. Her gifted, pre-teen son, Zar, says she’s lying and he wants Dee Rommel to prove that – in nine days.
Former policewoman Dee Rommel, not yet thirty, is dealing with a permanent, life-changing injury sustained while part of Portland’s police force. Her medical leave is up; she’s made a contested decision to delay her return to the department and continue working with her godfather, PI Gordy Greer. Dee discovers the police are content with Agnes Sants-Melker’s confession, but her intense curiosity – and need for justice – compels her to dig deeper to find the truth. As she sifts through the evidence, misdirections, and deceptions she finds that trusting the wrong person is unraveling a more devious plot—and leading to a life-threatening confrontation.
“Smart and highly suspenseful. Rommel is one of today’s most compelling detectives, and Selbo writes with verve – weaving cops, white hat hackers, and shopkeepers into a murder mystery extraordinaire.”
— Gayle Lynds, New York Times bestselling author
“Knotty, suspenseful and entertaining whodunit, mixing gritty vibes with keen energy.”
—Kirkus
8 DAYS
Sometimes it’s unclear who deserves a favor…
Despite her life-changing injury, Dee Rommel is as determined and scrappy as ever. Still adjusting to her new life working for her godfather, private investigator Gordy Greer, Dee is ready to try out her hi-tech running blade, returning to the annual 10K competition.
A mysterious car crashes and burns in the middle of Portland, Maine’s Casco Bay Bridge. A young, once-sex-trafficked woman is killed and Dee finds herself protecting orphaned Yuusuf, a high school valedictorian who may be able to point to the murderer.
When a toxic web of crime is revealed, both traditional and extended family dynamics are in play, as well as greed and ambition. Old relationships haunt Dee when nothing or no one is as they seem. She has only 8 days to keep her pursuit of justice in play, fighting for her allies and her own life.
“Smart and highly suspenseful. Rommel is one of today’s most compelling detectives, and Selbo writes with verve – weaving cops, white hat hackers, and shopkeepers into a murder mystery extraordinaire.”
— Gayle Lynds, New York Times bestselling author
“Knotty, suspenseful and entertaining whodunit, mixing gritty vibes with keen energy.”
—Kirkus
7 DAYS
When revenge is all-consuming, where will it end?
Harassment comes in all shapes and sizes and Dee Rommel’s protective streak – particularly when it comes to her mother’s well-being and Dee’s new clients – is triggered. When an avid environmentalist and scion of Portland is murdered, Dee’s boss, private investigator Gordy Greer, puts Dee on the case.
Details and clues seem to work at cross-purposes, land deals worth millions and conservation concerns are at loggerheads and families are at war over who gets crowned the ultimate decision-maker. Dee is thrown in with a diverse cast of harassed suspects and has to step into dangerous territory to defend the weakest among them.
Dee gains new insight, about herself and her loved ones. She has choices to make, and they must be the right choices – for their safety – and hers.
“Rich with Maine flavor… 7 Days delivers a compelling, twisty pursuit and appealing characters, portrayed through the eyes of a tough protagonist who’s not afraid to follow her gut. Selbo’s prose blends sharp dialogue, warm characterization, and striking Atlantic coast detail.”
—Book Life/Publishers Weekly
“It’s thrilling, layered, and unputdownable – everything I’ve come to expect from this series and then some. Dee Rommel is back and better than ever – bold, brilliant, and always two steps ahead.”
—Los Angeles Book Review