Protesters in downtown Moab are demonstrating against pothunters who defile ancient-Indian graves in search of valuable artifacts. A manifesto threatening stronger action in retaliation for the pothunting is received by the local newspaper. Soon thereafter, a San Francisco artifact collector is found murdered in a remote part of the LaSal Mountains. In his backpack is a freshly-dug ancient-Indian pot. Subsequent acts of lawless defiance emphasize the serious nature of the protest. As the violence escalates, Deputy Sheriff Manny Rivera risks his life to unravel a complex weave of greed and death that threatens to plunge tranquil Grand County into a war zone. Clues are scarce, and Rivera’s well-honed sense of logic is severely tested. "Perceptive storytelling energized by an admirable protagonist and refined prose." --Kirkus Reviews on Artifacts of Death . "... a riveting read of desert drama and mystery, very much recommended." --Midwest Book Review on Artifacts of Death . "... I love this series."-- Anne Hillerman , author of the New York Times best-seller "Spider Woman's Daughter," a Jim Chee-Joe Leaphorn Mystery. "... an enticing pick for any mystery fan who loves the modern west and its natural wonders." --Midwest Book Review on February's Files . "... good detective stories. Don't miss these if you like mysteries."-- Journal Gazette and Times-Courier.              Author's Website:   richcurtinnovels.com