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8 Indie Mysteries & Thrillers


Cover art for Floats the Dark Shadow
INDIE
Released: Sept. 1, 2012

"Dark and emotionally wrenching, this novel isn't for those looking for a restful night's sleep, but readers who crave edgy murder mysteries will be enthralled."
Mysticism and dark perversions take over 1897 Paris in this complex murder-mystery romance. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: Aug. 20, 2012

"A quick-paced, emotionally satisfying thriller aimed at the sophisticated YA reader."
A suspenseful small-town mystery intertwined with a sweet love story lends a new twist to the summer beach read. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: Aug. 14, 2012

"A page turner of the highest order."
An intriguing, thought-provoking fusion of medical thriller and apocalyptic fiction. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: July 31, 2012

"Readers willing to enter an edgy, seamy world will enjoy this dark and fatalistic tale."
In this hard-boiled suspense novel, an unwitting attorney tracks the sleazy underside of New York City into his home, where it infects his marriage and his life. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: July 19, 2012

"Somewhat formulaic but nonetheless fun and atmospheric Southern murder mystery."
A twisty little mystery involving a secret wine cellar. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: June 30, 2012

"An impressively original take on alternative history."
In this time-travel thriller, debut authors Miller and Manas spin a clever, original variation on a classic alternative history premise: What if it were possible to travel back in time and kill Adolf Hitler? Read full book review >