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Native American psychologist Ben Pecos has returned to the New Mexico pueblo of his birth as an intern with the Indian Health Service. Still struggling with the demons of his past, he is plunged into the nightmare rampage of a mysterious illness that is killing the residents of the pueblo, including his own grandmother. One of the victims, the powerful tribal governor, had made powerful enemies, and Ben suspects his murder was premeditated--but that doesn't explain the insidious killer now stalking the innocent. Undaunted, Ben digs deep into the motives of power and greed to root out a killer whose deadly agenda is spiraling out of control. Newly edited edition. Praise for The Pumpkin Seed Massacre: ... a gripping novel. -Tony Hillerman This is a wonderful book with loveable heroes. -Library Journal ... Ben Pecos--raised far from New Mexico's Tewa Pueblo--could become as lasting a fictional presence as Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee. - Chicago Tribune Solid characters, fascinating atmosphere, and authentic setting--The Pumpkin Seed Massacre is a book you will enjoy. Ben Pecos is a star in the detective firmament. I predict a big future for Susan Slater. - Barbara D'Amato Slater's first novel holds the reader's interest with its brisk pace, well-rendered New Mexico landscape and challenging plot ... [T]his promising first novel heralds a series to watch. -Booklist

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Take a great plot idea and Susan Slater's skill with the language, combine them with her understanding of the religion and culture of a proud and ancient people, and you have a gripping novel. The Pumpkin Seed Massacre is her first novel. We mystery lovers hope it's the first of many. - Tony Hillerman Susan Slater captures New Mexico's essence. The Pumpkin Seed Massacre is a wonderful read. I can't wait for the next one in this series. - Connie Shelton, author of the Charlie Parker and Samantha Sweet mysteries Solid characters, fascinating atmosphere, and authentic setting--The Pumpkin Seed Massacre is a book you will enjoy. Ben Pecos is a star in the detective firmament. I predict a big future for Susan Slater. - Barbara D'Amato, author of the Cat Marsala mysteries Susan Slater gives us a cast of unforgettable characters and challenges the reader to unravel a myriad of plot twists. Her skill at painting word pictures draws us right into New Mexico's Indian pueblos. I truly believe The Pumpkin Seed Massacre is award winning material. - Hugh Holton

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Susan Slater lived in New Mexico for thirty-nine years. Her Southwest mystery novels reflect her extensive knowledge of the area. As an educator she directed the Six Sandoval Teacher Education Program for the All Indian Pueblo Council through the University of New Mexico. She taught creative writing for UNM and the University of Phoenix. In addition, Susan was both a manager of technical editors and writers and a Senior Instructional Specialist for two defense industry contractors before retiring to write full time.

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