Terry Shames crafts compelling mystery novels set in the fictional Texas town of Jarrett Creek, an imaginative reimagining of the small towns that captivated her from a young age. Her work delves into the hidden complexities and dark secrets that lie beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary communities. Shames is known for her keen insight into human psychology and her ability to weave intricate, suspenseful plots that keep readers enthralled. Through her distinctive narrative voice, she explores the enduring power of place and the shadows that can linger within close-knit societies.
Samuel Craddock is perplexed by a series of troubling events at Granger's Store wit the shop owner's son, Mark Granger, is subject to threatening phone calls, an assault and the shop is set on fire. When a body of an outsider is found in the scorched shop, Craddock's investigation takes a deadly turn...
Fans of Steven Havill and Bill Crider will love this twist-filled mystery set in small-town Texas.