Meet the author of  L. A. crime novel, “Shattered Triangle,” William P. Messenger at Vroman’s Bookstore in Pasadena. Messenger was born and raised in Los Angeles. He has authored and lectured on subjects ranging from justice, peace, equality and human rights to politics and international affairs.

“Set in Los Angeles in the last half of the 20th century, ‘Shattered Triangle’ tells the story of an LAPD detective who comes to the aid of two childhood friends – twin brothers, one a politician and one a priest – when the politician’s wife and children become the victims of cold-blooded murder. There seems to be no motive, and little evidence is left at the scene.

How will this affect the politician’s run for office? The priest is torn by the call of a God who loves all people – good and bad. Can he forgive? The detective finds his friendships tested when the investigation suggests that the secret to the killings may lie in their shared past and in who they have become. Can the bonds of their friendship survive?”

Copies of the novel will be available for purchase.