Best Mysterious Stories & Novels Collection

Once Forsaken (A Riley Paige Mystery—Book 7)

Once Forsaken (A Riley Paige Mystery—Book 7)

778 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery! The author did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side that is so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. The plot is very intelligent and will keep you entertained throughout the book. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and ...
A Trace of Death (A Keri Locke Mystery--Book #1)

A Trace of Death (A Keri Locke Mystery--Book #1)

724 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn't let go.”--Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone)From #1 bestselling mystery author Blake Pierce comes a new masterpiece of psychological suspense.Keri Locke, Missing Persons Detective in the Homicide division of the LAPD, remains haunted by the abduction of her own daughter, years before, never found. Still obses...
Once Hunted (A Riley Paige Mystery—Book 5)

Once Hunted (A Riley Paige Mystery—Book 5)

742 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery! The author did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side that is so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. The plot is very intelligent and will keep you entertained throughout the book. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and ...
Once Pined (A Riley Paige Mystery—Book 6)

Once Pined (A Riley Paige Mystery—Book 6)

254 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery! The author did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side that is so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. The plot is very intelligent and will keep you entertained throughout the book. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and ...
Cause to Hide (An Avery Black Mystery—Book 3)

Cause to Hide (An Avery Black Mystery—Book 3)

733 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn't let go.” --Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone) From #1 bestselling mystery author Blake Pierce comes a new masterpiece of psychological suspense: CAUSE TO HIDE (An Avery Black Mystery—Book 3).Bodies are being found in the outskirts of Boston, their corpses burned beyond recognition, as the police realize a new...
Cause to Run (An Avery Black Mystery—Book 2)

Cause to Run (An Avery Black Mystery—Book 2)

562 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn't let go.” --Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone) From #1 bestselling mystery author Blake Pierce comes a new masterpiece of psychological suspense. In CAUSE TO RUN (An Avery Black Mystery—Book 2), a new serial killer is stalking Boston, killing his victims in bizarre ways, taunting the police with mysterious puz...
Once Lured (a Riley Paige Mystery--Book #4)

Once Lured (a Riley Paige Mystery--Book #4)

497 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery! The author did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side that is so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. The plot is very intelligent and will keep you entertained throughout the book. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.”--Books and M...
Cause to Kill (An Avery Black Mystery—Book 1)

Cause to Kill (An Avery Black Mystery—Book 1)

728 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn't let go.” --Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone) From #1 bestselling mystery author Blake Pierce comes a new masterpiece of psychological suspense.Homicide Detective Avery Black has been through hell. Once a top criminal defense attorney, she fell from grace when she managed to get a brilliant Harvard professor ...
Before He Kills (A Mackenzie White Mystery—Book 1)

Before He Kills (A Mackenzie White Mystery—Book 1)

244 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
From #1 bestselling author Blake Pierce comes a heart-pounding new mystery series.In the cornfields of Nebraska a woman is found murdered, strung up on a pole, the victim of a deranged killer. It doesn’t take long for the police to realize a serial killer is on the loose—and that his spree has just begun.Detective Mackenzie White, young, tough, smarter than the aging, chauvinistic men on her local...
Once Gone (a Riley Paige Mystery--Book #1)

Once Gone (a Riley Paige Mystery--Book #1)

896 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn't let go.”--Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone)“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery! The author did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side that is so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. The plot is very intelligent and will ...
Once Taken (a Riley Paige Mystery--Book #2)

Once Taken (a Riley Paige Mystery--Book #2)

966 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery! The author did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side that is so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. The plot is very intelligent and will keep you entertained throughout the book. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.”--Books and M...
City of Prey: An Ava Gold Mystery (Book 1)

City of Prey: An Ava Gold Mystery (Book 1)

756 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A MASTERPIECE OF THRILLER AND MYSTERY. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) CITY OF PREY (An Ava Gold Mystery—Book 1)...
A Murder in Paris (A Year in Europe—Book 1)

A Murder in Paris (A Year in Europe—Book 1)

717 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“When you think that life cannot get better, Blake Pierce comes up with another masterpiece of thriller and mystery! This book is full of twists, and the end brings a surprising revelation. Strongly recommended for the permanent library of any reader who enjoys a very well-written thriller.”--Books and Movie Reviews (re Almost Gone) A MURDER IN PARIS is the debut novel in a charming new cozy myste...
Murder (and Baklava) (A European Voyage Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

Murder (and Baklava) (A European Voyage Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

328 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“When you think that life cannot get better, Blake Pierce comes up with another masterpiece of thriller and mystery! This book is full of twists, and the end brings a surprising revelation. Strongly recommended for the permanent library of any reader who enjoys a very well-written thriller.”--Books and Movie Reviews (re Almost Gone) MURDER (AND BAKLAVA) is the debut novel in a charming new cozy my...
Girl, Alone (An Ella Dark FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 1)

Girl, Alone (An Ella Dark FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 1)

910 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A MASTERPIECE OF THRILLER AND MYSTERY. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) GIRL, ALONE (An Ella Dark FBI Suspense Th...
Left To Die (An Adele Sharp Mystery—Book One)

Left To Die (An Adele Sharp Mystery—Book One)

951 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“When you think that life cannot get better, Blake Pierce comes up with another masterpiece of thriller and mystery! This book is full of twists and the end brings a surprising revelation. I strongly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that enjoys a very well written thriller.”--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Almost Gone) LEFT TO DIE is book #1 in a new FBI thri...
Almost Dead (The Au Pair—Book Three)

Almost Dead (The Au Pair—Book Three)

725 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“When you think that life cannot get better, Blake Pierce comes up with another masterpiece of thriller and mystery! This book is full of twists and the end brings a surprising revelation. I strongly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that enjoys a very well written thriller.”--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Almost Gone) ALMOST DEAD is book #3 in a new psycholo...
Face of Death (A Zoe Prime Mystery—Book 1)

Face of Death (A Zoe Prime Mystery—Book 1)

1.2k Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A MASTERPIECE OF THRILLER AND MYSTERY. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) FACE OF DEATH is book #1 in a new FBI thr...
Homecoming (A Chloe Fine Psychological Suspense Mystery—Book 5)

Homecoming (A Chloe Fine Psychological Suspense Mystery—Book 5)

431 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) HOMECOMING (A Chloe Fine Mystery) is book...
Almost Lost (The Au Pair—Book Two)

Almost Lost (The Au Pair—Book Two)

1.1k Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A MASTERPIECE OF THRILLER AND MYSTERY. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) ALMOST LOST is book #2 in a new psycholog...
Crucible of Truth

Crucible of Truth

1.2k Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
He was the one survivor on a tiny moon on the outer frontier.

An undying thirst for vengeance set him on a course to succeed or die trying.

She was a corp princess with a passion to serve others in law.

Now, she is Lady Justice, her indomitable will released to hunt down those who flaunt all she holds dear.

From the farthest points in the UTC, two humans dared to believe they might protect hum...
Unfaithful Covenant

Unfaithful Covenant

750 Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
The enemy is running, or are they?

Erik and Jia have to build more resources into their team, and one isn't so happy with Jia.

Will she be able to change the agent's opinion, or will they have to toss her off the team and forego her expertise?

The enemy's cracks are starting to be visible. One of them is showing their hand early.

Will the covenant created before Erik and Jia be strong enough t...
Deception of Age

Deception of Age

393 Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
The technology from eons ago empowers monsters among humanity.

Erik and Jia are balancing the needs of the UTC, their team, and their own future.

Will they be able to provide peace for Erik's team and yet not bring down the UTC, causing pain to the very people they died to protect?

Humans can strive to understand alien technology, but there is always a price.

Mistakes happen. Can those sacrifi...
Desperate Measures

Desperate Measures

1.2k Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
An unexpected challenge was beaten, but not without death and destruction to Erik's and Jia's team.

Will the knowledge they gained be enough to pull more secrets into the light?

Assigned their first mission outside the Solar System, Erik and Jia head to Alpha Centauri on the trail of smuggled alien artifacts.

Those who guard it are some of the conspiracy's most elite and ruthless agents. This t...
Shadows Of Opinion

Shadows Of Opinion

328 Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
A Venusian floating city might need to be sacrificed to hide secrets.

The Conspiracy believes they have an excellent plan to take down Erik and Jia without anyone figuring it out. But what will they unleash to accomplish it?

The military makes an offer, but it comes with a very significant risk. How far are Erik, Jia, and Emma willing to go? Will they accept a massive technology upgrade? 

Erik ...
The Alpha King's Special Mate

The Alpha King's Special Mate

626 Views · Completed · Ann
Autumn was invited back to the Luna selection party, where she meet her mate, but Gabriel despised her without a wolf. Autumn decided to stay with the wolves and prove herself, but her former past abroad begins to be exposed and witches invade, will Alpha protect her?
He's my protection

He's my protection

714 Views · Completed · LadyWet
"Psalm is a good friend. He is nice to me, he didn't do anything to me." Finally. I didn't stutter. I saw how his eyebrows shot up.

"Oh, really? Humans are never nice to anyone Klea. You know that, they just come and go. Meet you and hurt you. Just like what your mother did." He said sternly.

"No
Tinted Windows (A Chloe Fine Psychological Suspense Mystery—Book 6)

Tinted Windows (A Chloe Fine Psychological Suspense Mystery—Book 6)

922 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) TINTED WINDOWS (A Chloe Fine Mystery) is ...
Almost Gone (The Au Pair—Book One)

Almost Gone (The Au Pair—Book One)

378 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A MASTERPIECE OF THRILLER AND MYSTERY. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page.” --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) ALMOST GONE is book #1 in a new psycholog...
One Dark Future

One Dark Future

412 Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
How do you find those hiding in the shadows, when you believe everyone is hiding something?
Enlightened Ignorance

Enlightened Ignorance

1k Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
There is a reason Earth believes they are the pinnacle of advanced society.

The past is fraught with lies that could topple everything, sending humanity into a tail-spin.

Is it possible to uncover the truth Jia and Erik are searching for, without tearing apart the gossamer of ignorance and destroy the underpinnings of government?

Both want the truth – but is revealing the truth good for those a...
Maelstrom of Treason

Maelstrom of Treason

1k Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
There is a new definition of danger when your enemy is in the military.

It's one thing when you go up against crooks, gangsters and businesses. It's a completely different situation when your enemy can send black-ops teams to end your existence

Now the path leads into halls of power beyond Jia and Erik's existing resources. Will they be forced to end their chase, or will others support them no m...
Investigating Deceit

Investigating Deceit

795 Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
You can’t hide from Justice when Justice has your scent.

Jia and Erik are following up on crimes they run across, providing Erik with more hints that he needs to help track down the killers of his people.

Can Jia provide more support for Erik as he works to uncover secrets the powerful don't want revealed? Or will Erik make a mistake and go too far?

Both want the truth – but is revealing the tr...
Obsidian Detective

Obsidian Detective

218 Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
On the fringes of human space, a murder will light a fuse and send two rebels on a planetary scale collision course.

She lives on Earth, where peace is a given. He is on society’s frontier where authority depends on how much firepower you wield. She is from the powerful, the elite. He is with the military. 

Both want the truth – but is revealing it good for humanity?


Two years ago, a small...
Knockout (A Holly Hands Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

Knockout (A Holly Hands Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

1.2k Views · Completed · Mia Gold
Fans of Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum and Jana DeLeon's Miss Fortune will find a new character to love in Holly Hands!Holly Hands. 29. Single mom. Disgraced, former boxing pro. Repo woman.Repossessing Lamborghinis and other exotic toys from criminals is second-hat for Holly.But finding a dead body—and solving a murder—is not.Luckily, Holly has Lucky by her side—a neglected pit bull she found on...
On the Rocks (A Ruby Steele Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

On the Rocks (A Ruby Steele Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

1.2k Views · Completed · Mia Gold
Ruby Steele, 30, beautiful, fit, seems just like any other ex-pat hiding out in the Bahamas and playing local bartender. But unruly patrons find out the hard way: Ruby is a mixed-martial-arts pro, and not one you’d want to cross.In fact, Ruby would be a champion if she hadn’t been forced to walk away and hide out in the Bahamas.Because Ruby knows too much. She knows where the bodies are buried. An...
Shattered Truth

Shattered Truth

465 Views · Completed · Michael Anderle
The cover-up that could bring down the Federation.

On the fringes of human space, a murder will light a fuse and send two different people colliding together.

He’s a thirty-year veteran of military operations, she’s the youngest daughter of a wealthy business family.

Both used roundabout means to become detectives. She’s smart, he’s tactical. Now they need to learn from each other.

Mix in a ve...
A Secret of Alpha's Mate

A Secret of Alpha's Mate

988 Views · Completed · AlexandraDiane
Colleen White is an only child of Alpha Daniel and Luna Selena. Being a werewolf with an Alpha blood, she expects to find a powerful mate like her. However, disappointment filled her as she realized that her mate is a human.

Filled with despair and responsibilities on her shoulder, she chose to go far away rather than to meet her mate. For years she took her time to train herself to be a powerf...
The Broken Mate Rises

The Broken Mate Rises

976 Views · Completed · Sasha Johnson
Arya's been the pack slave since her parents died. They were branded traitors and her their bad blood daughter. Months before her eighteenth's birthday Arya catches the attention of Ace the next Alpha. His taunts and teases are a result of a desire he knows others will frown upon. When Arya saves the life of a witch and gains the ability to read people's minds. Arya and Ace find out they are mates...
The Ghostly Grounds: Death and Brunch (A Canine Casper Cozy Mystery—Book 2)

The Ghostly Grounds: Death and Brunch (A Canine Casper Cozy Mystery—Book 2)

506 Views · Completed · Sophie Love
“The perfect romance or beach read, with a difference: its enthusiasm and beautiful descriptions offer an unexpected attention to the complexity of not just evolving love, but evolving psyches. It's a delightful recommendation for romance readers looking for a touch more complexity from their romance reads.”--Midwest Book Review (For Now and Forever)THE GHOSTLY GROUNDS: DEATH AND BRUNCH is Book #2...
A Trace of Hope (a Keri Locke Mystery--Book #5)

A Trace of Hope (a Keri Locke Mystery--Book #5)

558 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn't let go.”--Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone)From #1 bestselling mystery author Blake Pierce comes a new masterpiece of psychological suspense. A TRACE OF HOPE is the final book in the Keri Locke series, bringing the series to a dramatic conclusion.In A TRACE OF HOPE (Book #5 in the Keri Locke mystery series),...
A Trace of Crime (a Keri Locke Mystery--Book #4)

A Trace of Crime (a Keri Locke Mystery--Book #4)

814 Views · Completed · Blake Pierce
“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn't let go.”--Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone)From #1 bestselling mystery author Blake Pierce comes a new masterpiece of psychological suspense.In A TRACE OF CRIME (Book #4 in the Keri Locke mystery series), Keri Locke, Missing Persons Detective in the Homicide division of the LAPD, follows a fresh lead for her...
Wolf Love

Wolf Love

219 Views · Completed · lolaj
Dave sat at the café with a cup of cappuccino on his table, doing some
last touches on his architectural design on his Mac book before he sees
his client. He has been working on this design for weeks. His new client
seems to be detail oriented and also very busy so he can’t afford to have
any short coming. A caramel-skinned looking lady of approaches him,
“Mr. Fisher?’’ she inquired as s...
Hell Island

Hell Island

656 Views · Completed · LadyWet
I looked at the Form and read it. Hotel accommodation is free, food is free and there is an allowance

what kind of field trip is this? There is an allowance

I continued reading and there was a letter that startled me and grabbed my attention

"ONCE YOU LAY YOUR FEET ON MY ISLAND, IT MEANS YOU ALREADY FACE THE TRUE HELL"
Chasing the famous Demon Prince

Chasing the famous Demon Prince

298 Views · Completed · LadyWet
‘Did you hear?’
‘Is that in the news?’
‘Yes, the demon and angel race will be together in one school.’

I stopped walking when I heard that, demon race? I looked at the large wall that was blocked on the side of the building.

it was a large concrete wall that separated the building of the demon and angel race within the campus. I just shrugged.

This world contains angels and demons. Orig...
The Witching Place: Murder by Manuscript (A Curious Bookstore Cozy Mystery—Book 2)

The Witching Place: Murder by Manuscript (A Curious Bookstore Cozy Mystery—Book 2)

332 Views · Completed · Sophie Love
“The perfect romance or beach read, with a difference: its enthusiasm and beautiful descriptions offer an unexpected attention to the complexity of not just evolving love, but evolving psyches. It's a delightful recommendation for romance readers looking for a touch more complexity from their romance reads.”--Midwest Book Review (For Now and Forever)THE WITCHING PLACE: MURDER BY MANUSCRIPT is book...
The Ghostly Grounds: Murder and Breakfast (A Canine Casper Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

The Ghostly Grounds: Murder and Breakfast (A Canine Casper Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

927 Views · Completed · Sophie Love
“The perfect romance or beach read, with a difference: its enthusiasm and beautiful descriptions offer an unexpected attention to the complexity of not just evolving love, but evolving psyches. It's a delightful recommendation for romance readers looking for a touch more complexity from their romance reads.”--Midwest Book Review (For Now and Forever)THE GHOSTLY GROUNDS: MURDER AND BREAKFAST is the...
The Ghostly Grounds: Malice and Lunch (A Canine Casper Cozy Mystery—Book 3)

The Ghostly Grounds: Malice and Lunch (A Canine Casper Cozy Mystery—Book 3)

928 Views · Completed · Sophie Love
“The perfect romance or beach read, with a difference: its enthusiasm and beautiful descriptions offer an unexpected attention to the complexity of not just evolving love, but evolving psyches. It's a delightful recommendation for romance readers looking for a touch more complexity from their romance reads.”--Midwest Book Review (For Now and Forever)THE GHOSTLY GROUNDS: MALICE AND LUNCH is Book #3...
The Return

The Return

892 Views · Completed · Lone Theils
As a young and newly qualified detective, Superintendent Signe Brask is put on the case of 10-year-old Mille who has disappeared without a trace during a family trip. Despite a vigorous search, the girl is never found. Ten years later, a young woman shows up in Copenhagen claiming to be Mille. The family welcomes her home, but where has she been for 10 years? When Signe goes to close the case, she...