Cold Island: A Novel (Detective Tommy Kelly)
Description
In 2025, Peter Colt introduced "Cold Island," the inaugural novel in the Detective Tommy Kelly series. The story follows Massachusetts State Police detective Tommy Kelly, who is called to Nantucket Island after the skeletal remains of a young boy are discovered at a construction site, buried for thirty-five years. As a father of two boys, Tommy is deeply affected by the case, especially since no child was reported missing during that period. He is partnered with Nantucket PD's detective Jo Harris, who is initially resistant to his involvement. Their investigation uncovers a possible link to a decades-old serial killer case, revealing dark secrets that the tight-knit community has long kept hidden. The novel delves into the chilling atmosphere of offseason Nantucket, highlighting the isolation and dangers lurking beneath its serene surface.