Voices of the Elysian Fields
A Jonathan Gray, M.D. Mystery
by Michael Rigg
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Pub Date 8 Apr 2025 | Archive Date 24 May 2026
Level Best Books | Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), Members' Titles
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Description
Two days before Christmas, Jonathan Gray, M. D., Chief Deputy Coroner for Orleans Parish, receives shocking news. Robby O’Malley—Jonathan’s mentor for nearly forty years—has died under mysterious circumstances. Within hours after Robby’s death, Gray takes the oath of office as Coroner and participates in autopsies of an elderly couple murdered in their Garden District home. After mass on Christmas morning, Archbishop Phillip Fontenot asks Gray to investigate the sexual assault of one of his parishioners, as well as the disappearance of her sister—without involving the police. As Jonathan winds his way through what appear to be separate incidents, he uncovers connections and secrets that members of the city’s power elite would just as soon remain hidden.
A Note From the Publisher
eBook: 9781685129255
Advance Praise
Voices of Elysian Fields is a multi-layered mystery of rare depth and intrigue. Michael Rigg has fashioned a beautifully crafted tale where each revelation uncovers not just secrets, but the very essence of human nature, weaving together complex characters, multiple plot-lines, and hidden motives to keep readers guessing until the final page. As vibrant and drenched in color as the city of New Orleans in which the book is set, this is a major debut.
—Jon Land, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author
Atmospheric, suspenseful, and propulsive, Voices of the Elysian Fields is must-read, especially for readers who love mysteries set in the Big Easy. New Orleans coroner Jonathan Gray is a complex and deeply sympathetic protagonist haunted by a personal tragedy that instead of undoing him, propels him past doubts and indecision to fight corruption even when it endangers his life. Author Rigg’s passion for the Crescent City shines through every page as he balances both the beautiful and dark sides of America’s most unique city, creating a truly immersive experience for readers — one I eagerly look forward to revisiting in future novels featuring Coroner Gray and his compelling cast of coworkers.
—Ellen Byron, USA Today Best Selling & Agatha Award-Winning Author
“Rigg captures the mood, the atmosphere, the taste and smell of New Orleans and builds a suspenseful story from one of the few cops in the city who believes police are seriously meant to serve their community. Come visit the Big Easy and be prepared for some serious bumps along the way.”
—Don Bruns, USA Today bestselling author of the New Orleans-based Quentin Archer mysteries and editor and contributor, Bat Out of Hell
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781685129248 |
| PRICE | US$18.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 376 |
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Featured Reviews
Sans W, Educator
As a fan of James Burke and D.J. Donaldson, i was excited to learn of Michael Rigg's new Jonathan Gray mystery series set in New Orleans. The story opens just before Christmas when Dr. Gray is called to the scene of his boss' death. Robby O'Malley, the much-loved coroner of Orleans Parish has died alone in his home under mysterious circumstances. Over just a few short days, Gray encounters a potential rape, human trafficking, patricide, bombings, etc. Can they all be connected? Maybe. It's up to Gray to help the overworked and exhausted NOPD solve these cases - all while improving the medicolegal system. This was a fast read with a satisfying ending. I cannot wait for Rigg to publish the next title in this series!