Alexandrea Weis & Lucas Astor (Vesuvian Books)
River of Ashes by Alexandrea Weis & Lucas Astor is a psychological thriller that is as enthralling as it is disturbing. The narrative follows a web of complex relationships featuring Beau Devereaux, Leslie Moore, and her twin sister, Dawn, all St. Benedict High School students. Beau, the charismatic and popular star quarterback, has a troubled past and a penchant for manipulation. The only child of a powerful family, he believes he owns the world and does unspeakable acts in the shadows. He threatens his victims and intimidates them. N...
Robert Reisler (Kettle Books (July 13, 2020))
Robert Reisler's The Four Myths delivers four intriguing narratives that merge history, mysticism, and contemporary interconnectivity. The plot unfolds through four interwoven myths involving different characters across time, all bound by the mystical power of ancient scrolls. The story opens with Jack Johanssen, a reclusive and dedicated archaeologist, who stumbles upon a mysterious scroll from the notorious 1876 Battle of Little Bighorn. The drama escalates when he discovers that this seemingly mundane artifact carries secrets of untold power...
Charlotte Zang & Alex Knudsen (Charlotte Zang (May 7, 2024))
Lost Grove by Charlotte Zang and Alex Knudsen unfolds a thrilling narrative at the intersection of mystery, psychological tension, and supernatural themes. The novel pivotally revolves around the unexpected discovery of Sarah Elizabeth Grahams’ body at Mourner's Beach, igniting a chain reaction of investigations and revelations that ripple through the seemingly tranquil town of Lost Grove. Sergeant Seth Wolfe becomes entangled in the town’s mystery, and as he begins to seek the truth, he discovers a connection between the murder and the p...
Jacque Jacobs (Drellag Press, LLC)
The (Imperfect) Web of Crime is the second entry in the Detective Quinn Isaacs series by Jacque Jacobs is an intriguing murder mystery that features themes of personal growth, resilience, and the dynamics of an intricate relationship against the backdrop of a small-town police department. Dr. Jacqueline E. Jacobs crafts a story that engages readers with its suspenseful narrative and explores the psyche of its main protagonist, Quinn Isaacs. Quinn is a newly appointed lead detective in Round City, striving to navigate the challenges of her deman...
Linda S. Browning (Independently published (July 1, 2024))
In Slip of a Girl, the third installment of her Parlor Game Mysteries, Linda S. Browning weaves a captivating narrative filled with mystery, supernatural elements, and intriguing explorations into the psychological underpinnings of trauma. Olivia Honeycutt possesses a remarkable gift: the ability to communicate with murder victims, a talent ignited by a haunted Ouija board. Having already guided three souls to peace, Olivia is eager to explore her abilities further and use them to help stranded souls. But her boyfriend, Presley, worri...
Patrick Oster (Padraig Press)
The Man Who Fell in Love with His Wife by Patrick Oster is an intricately woven romantic spy novel that marries personal grief with the enthralling intrigue of espionage and deception. The narrative opens with the unexpected death of protagonist Duncan MacEwen’s wife, Deborah, in a tragic car accident. This devastating event propels Duncan into a whirlwind of discovery as he unearths evidence suggesting his late wife led a double life, potentially as a skilled spy or an operative involved in covert operations. The author writes smartly abo...
Jeffrey Butler (Atmosphere Press)
In the tranquil coastal town of Wolf Hollow, an early fall morning shatters with the discovery of a horrifying crime. Six months after Alison Newton's senseless murder, her body is unearthed and desecrated, sending shockwaves through the community. Veteran Detective Harper Jones returns to lead the investigation alongside Medora Dunning. As they explore the darkness lurking beneath the town's idyllic surface, they uncover a ruthless serial killer with chilling intentions. Racing against time, Harper and Medora must confront hidden truths before...
Shaun Griffin (Shaun Griffin)
Faith is a young woman haunted by her past. When she leads seasoned assassins John and Matt into the hidden lair of vampires, they unleash horrors long thought contained. As blood spills and ancient secrets unravel, the trio barely escapes with their lives, but not without drawing the wrath of the vengeful vampire matriarch, Anastasiya. Determined to take back what was lost, Anastasiya enlists the help of Don Stone, a hard-nosed private investigator with a penchant for solving the city's most profound mysteries. As Stone tracks the fugitives, a...
Brenda Stanley (Twisted Pen Publishing (September 27, 2023))
Brenda Stanley’s The Still Small Voice explores family dynamics, faith, and the hidden scars of past traumas. Set against the backdrop of a tight-knit Utah community, the narrative intricately weaves the lives of its characters through a tragic incident that ripples through generations, revealing the painful nature of guilt, family secrets, and redemption. At the heart of the story is Madison Moore, who returns to her hometown following her father Saul Woodruff’s terminal illness. Her homecoming unearths many emotions, including the b...
Walter Marks (SongBookMediaLLC)
Walter Marks delivers a gripping psychological thriller with his latest novel, Demonic Behavior: A Dr. David Rothberg Novel. The complex nature of the human mind collides with the grim reality of violent crime in this engaging narrative that explores themes of abuse, trauma, and the fragility of sanity. The story follows Maddie Lindstrom, a young woman accused of brutally murdering her parents, whose blood-soaked discovery raises immediate red flags for the law. As the psychiatric evaluator, Dr. David Rothberg finds himself drawn into not only...
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