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Beverly Connor

    October 5, 1948

    Beverly Connor weaves her extensive professional experience as an archaeologist into compelling mystery novels. Having conducted fieldwork and analyzed artifacts in Georgia and South Carolina, she expertly blends her passion for both archaeology and intrigue. Her stories immerse readers in murder and suspense, often centering on characters navigating the complexities of historical discovery and modern crime. Through her unique narrative approach, Connor offers a captivating glimpse into the thrilling intersection of ancient secrets and contemporary mysteries.

    Beverly Connor
    Skeleton Crew
    The Night Killer
    Dust to Dust
    One Grave Less
    Dead Hunt
    The Poplar Creek Murders
    • 2015

      The Poplar Creek Murders

      • 440 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      People are dying in east Tennessee. Children and the elderly and young adults in the prime of life, whole families are being found dead of unknown causes. Dr. Lee Turner, the deputy coroner for Bartram County, took the phone call that led her to the discovery of the first body, that of Dr. Alexander Hamrick, an aging scientist retired from the National Research Labs at Oak Ridge. Lee recently moved back to Carters Mill, the quiet little university town of her childhood, hoping for a slower pace of life and some peace of mind. But the discovery of the Hamrick body and those that follow turn her life and the lives of the citizens of Bartram County inside out. Lee works desperately to get to the bottom of whatever is going on, but not everyone is cooperative and happy with what she is doing. Powerful and sinister forces stand in her way at every turn. Through it all Lee has the support of her loyal assistant, the normally goodnatured and laid back Buddy Ruff who is not only her righthand man, he can be her righthand fist when the going gets dirty. She can only hope she has enough resources and enough time to solve the mystery as people close to her fall victim and she herself could be the next to die.

      The Poplar Creek Murders
    • 2013

      Murder In Macon: A Frank Hayes Mystery

      • 406 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      In racially tense 1970 Macon, Georgia a young, naive and somewhat cynical Frank Hayes arrives at his office in City Hall to find Mr. John Glover, an eighty-nine year old illiterate black man who asks for Frank's help in stopping a city condemnation order against the old gentleman's home. Frank's efforts soon put him in the arms of Shirley Willingham, wife of one of Macon's wealthiest real estate developers. But it is Johnny Mae Glover, the green eyed granddaughter of John Glover, who steals Frank's heart. Frank is taken under the wing of a grizzled fifty-five year old ex-convict named Tiny Glover who confided to Frank that he was the husband and convicted killer of Johnny Mae's mother. Tiny believes Frank is an angel sent to put his and Johnny Mae's worlds right again. But before that can happen, Frank, Tiny, and Johnny Mae are arrested and jailed for the murder of millionaire Stafford Willingham. Frank must quickly unravel a plot of greed and corruption before he and his few brave companions become just the latest items in the obituaries.

      Murder In Macon: A Frank Hayes Mystery
    • 2010

      The Night Killer

      • 368 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      4.2(790)Add rating

      Forensic investigator Diane Fallon fights for her life in her eighth mystery.Diane is driving through a downpour on a windy mountain road after picking up a set of rare Indian artifacts when a tree suddenly slams across the hood of her car, revealing a human skeleton in its hollow trunk. As she starts to investigate, she's ambushed by a stranger and forced to run for her life. Stranded in the night with a killer, Diane must uncover a secret hidden away by time and distance-or she may not live to see another morning ...

      The Night Killer
    • 2010

      Forensic anthropologist Diane Fallon has tried to put the past behind her, establishing herself as head of the River Trail Museum of Natural History. Late one night at the museum, Diane hears terrified cries and finds an injured man-a former coworker from her time as a human rights activist in South America. Left with a body, a bone, and a cryptic message, Diane has to dig back into her past with World Account International, before the next human rights abused are hers...

      One Grave Less
    • 2009

      Dust to Dust

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      4.2(797)Add rating

      The plot revolves around a woman's mysterious death linked to her discovery of evidence that could exonerate her brother. Diane Fallon is tasked with uncovering the truth behind the suspicious circumstances, leading her to delve into the victim's family secrets and confront her own hidden past. As she investigates, Diane must navigate complex relationships and uncover buried truths to prove whether a murder has occurred.

      Dust to Dust
    • 2008

      Dead Hunt

      • 386 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Clymene O'Riley, imprisoned for her husband's murder, sparks suspicion in Diane Fallon, who believes Clymene may be linked to other deaths. When Clymene warns Diane of a potential threat to a prison guard from a serial killer, Diane is skeptical. The situation escalates when Clymene escapes, leading to Diane being framed for a gruesome murder. As she navigates the ensuing chaos, Diane finds herself targeted by a relentless killer intent on silencing her.

      Dead Hunt
    • 2007

      Dead Guilty

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.6(42)Add rating

      The discovery of three bodies in a secluded area near Diane Fallon's forensic lab ignites a media frenzy and instills fear in the local community. As forensic anthropologist Diane becomes embroiled in the investigation, she finds herself targeted by the killer through menacing emails and phone calls. This chilling game of cat and mouse escalates as each disturbing clue not only reveals more about the case but also puts Diane's life at risk, turning her professional pursuit into a deeply personal struggle for survival.

      Dead Guilty
    • 2007

      Dead Past

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.8(16)Add rating

      Diane Fallon's crime scene unit is facing one of its worst cases ever - an explosion in a converted house has claimed many lives, from the students attending a party in the upstairs apartments, to the junkies running a meth lab in the basement. But Diane must investigate the explosion against a backdrop of tricky political machinations.

      Dead Past
    • 2006

      Dead Secret

      • 398 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Forensic anthropologist Diane Fallon uncovers a decades-old skeleton in an unmapped cave, leading to the discovery of two more bodies in a submerged car and the woods of Georgia. Initially, the victims seem unrelated, but as Diane investigates, she unravels a mystery intertwined with a legacy of love, greed, and murder that spans seventy years. The revelations bring to light a family secret with deadly consequences, showcasing the chilling truth that the past can still influence the present.

      Dead Secret
    • 2004

      One Grave Too Many

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      4.0(1840)Add rating

      Haunted by the trauma of losing her adoptive daughter to a crime, the young forensic anthropologist Diane Fallon finds a new opportunity in an unexpected offer to manage a small natural history museum. This change allows her to step away from her previous job and the painful memories associated with it, providing a chance for healing and a fresh start in a different environment.

      One Grave Too Many