Retired Akron Police Captain Debuts Crime Novel

Book is first in new series featuring police protagonist

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Retired Akron police captain T.B. has published his first crime novel, "Knights on the Graveyard Watch", the first book in a new series. The novel follows a high-stakes jewelry heist in Los Angeles and features a cast including Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry, and Mark Ruffalo.

Why it matters

The novel draws on the author's real-life experiences as a police officer, offering readers an insider's perspective on crime and law enforcement. As a debut work, the book also represents an important milestone in the author's post-retirement career.

The details

T.B., a recently retired Akron police captain, has published his first crime novel "Knights on the Graveyard Watch", the first in a new series. The novel centers around a high-stakes jewelry heist in Los Angeles and features a star-studded cast including Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry, and Mark Ruffalo.

  • T.B. retired from the Akron police force prior to publishing the novel.
  • "Knights on the Graveyard Watch" is the first book in a new series by the author.

The players

T.B.

A recently retired police captain from Akron, Ohio who has published his first crime novel drawing on his law enforcement experiences.

Chris Hemsworth

An Australian actor who stars in the film adaptation of T.B.'s novel "Crime 101".

Halle Berry

An American actress who also stars in the film adaptation of T.B.'s novel "Crime 101".

Mark Ruffalo

An American actor who rounds out the star-studded cast of the film adaptation of T.B.'s novel "Crime 101".

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The takeaway

T.B.'s debut crime novel "Knights on the Graveyard Watch" represents an exciting new chapter in the retired police captain's career, drawing on his real-world experiences to craft a high-stakes thriller that has been adapted for the big screen.