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Floor 24

A Skyline Murder Mystery, Book 1

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A pen falls from a high rise and shatters at the feet of New York World reporter and World War vet Alan Priest. Its broken barrel bears the name and office of Fritch Designs on the 24th floor. On a whim, he investigates. As he reaches floor 24, he finds a window open and a corpse on the sidewalk below. A gawker from a nearby office window recognizes the corpse by her dress, sees Alan looking out the victim’s window and screams.

Someone bolts from the office, and a hasty pursuit ends in a policeman being hurled to his death and Alan being accused of both murders.

He seeks shelter with the help of gentlemen’s club hostess Lorraine Marquette, which lands both of them in police custody. But the mob king of New York has the police in his clutches and soon Alan and Lorraine find themselves released solely to uncover the secret behind Fritch Designs, a secret that could cost them their lives as they evade assassins and brave the lethal heights of a city growing at a mad pace.

Floor 24 is a heart-stopping, old-fashioned adventure with a reckless pace and breakneck twists.

©2024 Martin Hill Ortiz (P)2025 Martin Hill Ortiz Crime Fiction Exciting Scary Murder Heartfelt New York Crime

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"From the mob underworld to the tops of new skyscrapers, Floor 24 is a heart-thumping New York 1920’s historical mystery!” — Holly Newman, bestselling author of the A Chance Inquiry mystery seriesManhattan, 1926.
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I listened to this on a rainy weekend and honestly didn’t expect to get so pulled in. It had that gritty, old school vibe without feeling cheesy. The pacing? Wild in the best way. I kept pausing whatever I was doing just to focus on what was happening. The plot twists hit hard, and I actually got a little paranoid walking past tall buildings afterward. If you’re into vintage style mysteries with some real punch, this one delivers.




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Felt Like I Was in a Black and White Crime Flick

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I went into this one thinking it’d be your usual mystery, but it’s so much faster and wilder. From the first strange clue, I felt like I was running alongside the main guy dodging danger, chasing leads, and never knowing who to trust. The pacing just doesn’t let up, and the city feels alive in the background. I actually caught myself leaning in at some parts like I’d miss something if I blinked. Totally worth the listen if you love high stakes.

Twists, Trouble, and a City That Never Sleeps

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I picked this up during a lazy afternoon, expecting something light but it grabbed my attention way quicker than I thought. The tension built in a way that kept me alert and I caught myself leaning in as scenes got more intense. It reminded me of those moments things weren’t going well and you can’t quite shake it. The pace worked for me and each reveal pushed me to keep going. I’m glad I took a chance on it.

Couldn’t Stop Reading the moment I started

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This audiobook is a masterclass in storytelling, with a gripping narrative that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. To anyone who enjoys historical mysteries, crime thrillers, or just a good story well told. It's a good listen that will keep you hooked.

Thrilling

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From the first chapter, I was intrigued and wanted to know where the story was heading. The tension built in a way that made me feel part of the unfolding events. I liked how each scene added a new layer, keeping me curious without dragging things out. The characters felt believable, and the twists were unpredictable yet satisfying. It’s the kind of read that keeps you turning pages late into the night just to see what happens next.

A Mystery That Pulls You In

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