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Jake Hinkson crafts gritty, suspenseful narratives often set against the harsh backdrop of the American South. His works delve into the darker aspects of human nature and the moral quandaries faced by characters operating on the fringes of society. With a keen eye for detail and a refined prose style, Hinkson creates compelling stories that pull readers into depths of tension and psychological complexity. His novels are noted for their potent atmosphere and unforgettable characters.

2019
The Deepening Shade
196 pages
7 hours of reading
5.0(1)Add rating
Desperate characters navigate the murky waters of faith and morality in this collection of stories. A lesbian couple struggles to rescue a young woman from a manipulative prophet, while a stripper's drastic actions to protect her sister lead to unforeseen consequences. A Pentecostal snake-handler seeks vengeance for his daughter's murder, grappling with his own doubts, and an alcoholic cop's reckless behavior puts him in a bizarre confrontation with Dick Cheney. Each tale reveals the complexities of grace amidst dark circumstances.
2015
No Tomorrow
222 pages
8 hours of reading
3.9(45)Add rating
Set in 1947, the story follows Billie Dixon, a distribution agent for a struggling Hollywood studio, as she travels through rural Arkansas selling B-grade Westerns. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she becomes entangled with Amberly Henshaw, the discontented wife of a preacher vehemently opposed to movies. What begins as a fleeting romance quickly escalates into a dangerous affair, leading to betrayal and murder when Amberly's husband discovers their secret. The narrative explores themes of desire, societal judgment, and the consequences of forbidden love.

The Deepening Shade

No Tomorrow