Winner of the 2021 Eric Hoffer Award: Best Mystery/Crime "Emotionally charged to envelope readers from the start, The Elizabeth Walker Affair combines the best elements of romance, mystery, and thriller. A top recommendation for all three genres." - Midwest Book Reviews A murder investigation reveals a lost love affair. "I NEED TO TELL YOU ABOUT TRUMPET." After Elizabeth Walker mouths those words to Andrew Keller, a lover she has not seen in twenty years, their shattered hearts ignite uncontrollable events. Andrew pleads with his old friend, Jake Travis, to locate Elizabeth. When Andrew is murdered, a U.S. Marshall asks Jake to investigate. Jake arranges a rendezvous with Elizabeth and senses that she is harboring secrets of her own. He learns of a tragic accident two decades ago that decimated her family. Like Elizabeth, Jake battles his own demons, for his past is a roadblock to his and Kathleen's happiness. Elizabeth's quest, Kathleen's desperate wish, and Jake's pledge to find who killed Andrew Keller culminate in the final repercussions of a lost love affair. Filled with mounting suspense, and at times equally humorous and tragic, The Elizabeth Walker Affair is an emotionally engaging mystery. It will linger with you long after the final page. “Jake Travis is one of the best leading men to take the thriller fiction stage in years.” -Florida Weekly Winner of The Eric Hoffer Award: Best Mystery/Crime "Swift-paced and engaging, the standout character is Jake, the book's narrator, a mysterious and enigmatic sleuth. He is not afraid to reveal his vulnerabilities and is one of the most human, humble, and relatable heroes. Jake's keen, observant narration drives the book, engaging readers intellectually and emotionally in a mazelike plot that keeps readers guessing. Recommended." - US Review of Books "A mystery surrounded by a tragic love affair. Amid crushing drama, vivid scenes inspire a vibrant ambiance." - Foreword Reviews "A riveting whodunit. An absorbing crime story." - Kirkus Reviews "There's something compellingly honest and human about Jake's character and approach to life that draws readers into the thriller with more than a casual dose of psychological inspection. This marriage of psyche and danger permeates all the Jake Travis adventures, but is especially seasoned and well-developed in The Elizabeth Walker Affair, which excels in not only a fast pace, but an added dose of humor." - Midwest Book Review "Lane skillfully crafts a compelling story. A captivating main character. An outstanding book." - Reader's Favorite