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Published by She Writes Press
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
For fans of Virgin River, Alex Cross, and Blue Bloods, a sixth installment in a contemporary crime thriller series set at a premier Pacific Northwest writing retreat that becomes ground zero for murder.
At Pines & Quill, a prestigious writing retreat in the Pacific Northwest, four resident authors—a best-selling crime thriller novelist desperate to steal a plot, a former nun hiding in silence, a comedian who’s lost her laugh, and a fiery human rights activist— converge. Each one is harboring secrets—and when their worlds collide, blood spills.
PI Sean McPherson joins forces with homicide detective Joe Bingham to investigate a missing wife and a husband who waited two weeks to report her disappearance. Soon, a woman’s torso surfaces in a nearby wetlands preserve, and her limbs are later discovered in a place meant for creativity and escape: the guest quarters at Pines & Quill.
Meanwhile, FBI special agent Rafferty is on assignment at Quantico and has left his wife, Ivy, at the writing retreat. Hoping to uncover the parents who abandoned her as an infant on a convent’s doorstep, she submits her DNA to a genealogy site. What she learns is a chilling revelation—one far more dangerous than she ever imagined.
At Pines & Quill, a prestigious writing retreat in the Pacific Northwest, four resident authors—a best-selling crime thriller novelist desperate to steal a plot, a former nun hiding in silence, a comedian who’s lost her laugh, and a fiery human rights activist— converge. Each one is harboring secrets—and when their worlds collide, blood spills.
PI Sean McPherson joins forces with homicide detective Joe Bingham to investigate a missing wife and a husband who waited two weeks to report her disappearance. Soon, a woman’s torso surfaces in a nearby wetlands preserve, and her limbs are later discovered in a place meant for creativity and escape: the guest quarters at Pines & Quill.
Meanwhile, FBI special agent Rafferty is on assignment at Quantico and has left his wife, Ivy, at the writing retreat. Hoping to uncover the parents who abandoned her as an infant on a convent’s doorstep, she submits her DNA to a genealogy site. What she learns is a chilling revelation—one far more dangerous than she ever imagined.
About The Author
Laurie Buchanan is an award-winning novelist and photographer whose crime thrillers blend forensic accuracy with psychological depth. A voracious reader and traveler, she brings authenticity and atmosphere to her Sean McPherson series. Her writing studio is in the hayloft of a historic carriage house, where creativity thrives alongside her husband, Len, and their not-so-standard standard poodle, Henry. Laurie calls the captivating landscapes of the Pacific Northwest home.
Product Details
- Publisher: She Writes Press (April 27, 2027)
- Length: 256 pages
- ISBN13: 9798896364696
Raves and Reviews
Praise for Indelible (Book One):
“Buchanan’s narrative is well-paced, flying right along. . . . The author has delivered an exciting beginning to an intriguing series.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Atmospheric and delicious, Indelible treats the reader’s senses while taking them on a roller coaster of emotion. You won’t be able to put it down!”—Michelle Cox, author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard Series
Praise for Iconoclast (Book Two):
“An involving thriller with compelling characters. This propulsive novel ably expands Buchanan’s entertaining series.”—Kirkus Reviews
“An absolute page-turner. . . . Not one to be missed. With its atmospheric setting, page-turning suspense, and luminous insights into trauma, resilience, recovery, and friendship, this thriller will hook readers and keep them hooked.”—The Prairies Book Review
Praise for Impervious (Book Three):
“Buchanan builds the tension until you’re almost afraid to turn the next page.”—Jeff Nania, author of the Northern Lakes Mystery Series
“Grab a cup of your favorite beverage and settle in for an immersing read!”—Debbie Herbert, USA Today best-selling author of Not One of Us
Praise for Iniquity (Book Four)
“Buchanan shows a sure hand as an action writer. . . . A smooth, ultra-professional read.”—Booklist
“Never less than heart-pounding; Buchanan knows how to keep the pages turning.”—Online Book Club
Praise for Illusionist (Book Five):
“A nonstop thrill ride of action and suspense!”—Jeffrey L. Diamond, author of The Ethan Benson Thrillers
“Buchanan proves once again she’s a magician with words, bending them to her narrative will and creating another stunning performance.”—Joy Ribar, author of the Bay Browning Mysteries
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