The Solo Series

This series plunges readers into suspenseful mysteries set within atmospheric, close-knit communities. It follows compelling characters who delve into seemingly unsolvable crimes, testing their intellect and moral compasses. Often weaving in theological themes and allegorical elements, each installment offers intricate plots and profound questions about faith and human nature. Prepare for twists and turns that challenge perceptions of good and evil.

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The Rector
Michael Hicks Thompson
342 pages
12 hours of reading
3.9(33)Add rating
Combine a suspenseful murder mystery with theology (the study and explanation of religious faith, practice, and experience) and you have The Rector--with an allegory of Christ's ministry!Here's a brief synopsis: Martha McRae is a widow living in a small Mississippi Delta town in the 1950s. She's obsessed with the sudden death of her Episcopal church's young rector. A murderer could go free if she doesn't investigate. But Martha is torn. If she pursues the suspect, her Bible study friend's awful secret could be revealed. It would be devastating, and life-changing. When the new rector arrives, she encounters a new puzzle--one that takes her into Parchman Penitentiary, where she comes face to face with evil.

The Parchman Preacher
A Christian Suspense Novel
Michael Thompson
196 pages
7 hours of reading
4.2(16)Add rating
Set against a backdrop of a 1950s small town, the narrative weaves a gripping murder mystery involving iconic figures like Martha, Mary Magdalene, and Jesus. As the preacher's murder unfolds, it delves into themes of hypocrisy, true faith, and the quest for truth, both earthly and divine. The story blends suspense with allegorical elements of Christ's ministry, exploring sin, redemption, and the complexities of belief, all while keeping readers engaged with unexpected twists and turns.

Recommended Reading Order

The Rector

The Parchman Preacher