Karl Bakke

Fade to Black Karl Bakke

When actor, turned private investigator, Will Spire receives a call from his ex-wife, he is drawn into a case involving a series of murders within the entertainment industry. Then, two women in Will's life are taken and things turn personal. But who is responsible for these horrific crimes? Could it be Blue, a violent felon who was mistakenly paroled and has vowed revenge? Perhaps it's Anna Burnside, the institutionalized debutant, who is pulling the strings? Or is something even more sinister at work? Searching for answers, along with LAPD detectives Joe Dolen and Dan Patrick, it becomes apparent to Will, that it is he himself, who may be the ultimate target. FADE TO BLACK takes us on a ride from the glistening beaches of Malibu, to the dark underbelly of Hollywood and the shores of the Salton Sea - as Will tries to catch the killer and save the ones he loves. Told from the point of view of its many colorful characters, FADE TO BLACK is a fast-paced thriller with a shocking twist.