Paper Cranes and Steel Shadows (The Blackwood Chronicles Book 1)

We see Maya’s military precision, her fearless nature (dropping off a bridge in a storm), her analytical mind, and her connection to her father’s legacy—all shown through action rather than exposition.The impossible crime scene immediately draws readers in, while Maya’s unconventional solution shows she’s not your typical detective.
We learn this is the third impossible murder, each more elaborate than the last, suggesting escalation and deeper planning. The compelling events reveal a larger web and draw us into the series