Tlingit artifacts. A wounded bear. And a skeleton with a secret. Irreplaceable Tlingit artifacts, including a 15’x 8’ spruce Raven House screen, are stolen from a native village in Alaska in 1980. Their only police officer, Jonah St. Clair, investigates the theft and the disappearance of a local man who may have been involved. At the same time there’s a wounded grizzly on the loose and an archeologist unearths the bones of a slave, a relic the villagers prefer to leave buried. When one of the thieves absconds with most of the artifacts as well as the $500,000 paid for them, the others are determined to get both the artifacts and the money back. They threaten and assault several locals they suspect are connected to the betrayal. Can Jonah outwit the thieves before violence escalates? Can he recover the lost artifacts before they vanish forever? In Tlingit legend, Raven was the cunning trickster whose mischief often led to trouble and disastrous shortcuts. Despite his flaws, he remained the symbol of hope, forgiveness, and sacrifice. But in this story, Raven's legacy is shrouded in betrayal, revenge, and death. "The writing is flawless and had me reading late into the night. A truly spectacular mystery. Raven's Legacy is one of the best I've ever read." —N.N. Light's Book Heaven "This novel is a treat for fans of police procedurals with an eye for detail. ... Charlotte Stuart does an excellent job of depicting the Alaskan Tlingit culture through tales and expressions in the native language ..." — Gabriel Santos for Readers' Favorite "A police procedural steeped in immersive detail and a magnetic cast of believable players, Stuart strikes a fine balance between suspenseful sleuthing and rich cultural storytelling." —SPR Reviews "Charlotte Stuart delivers a gripping story . . . great settings and cultural revelations." —Matt Pechey, for Reedsy Discovery "It's not just mystery—it's a debate about identity, and who gets to decide what legacy survives. ... Raven's Legacy is a thoughtful, rich, and emotional mystery with a lot of heart. If you're looking for a mystery with real depth, layered characters, and a powerful sense of place, you'll get a lot out of this one. I'd especially recommend it to fans of Dana Stabenow or those who love stories that blend culture, community, and quiet suspense." —Literary Titan "It is not often that a mystery book is quotable or leaves the reader with a more profound thought to ponder; however, Author Charlotte Stuart did just that in Raven's Legacy. ... A book that intrigues the mind and captures your imagination." — The Mystery Review Crew Click 'read sample' to start reading this award-winning police procedural: - CIPA EVVY - Mystery, gold medal, 2025 - Global Book Award - Mystery, gold medal, 2025 - Readers Favorite Book Awards - Legal Mystery, bronze medal, 2025