Jack Stratton

In a world where shadows of the past loom large, Detective Jack Stratton battles inner demons while uncovering long-buried secrets in a gripping series that marries psychological depth with riveting crime fiction. An ex-cop turned relentless investigator, Jack is driven by a haunting childhood filled with nightmares that push him to confront his past and seek redemption, even as he grapples with the darkness that surrounds him. Set against the backdrop of the quaint yet eerie town of Hope Falls, each installment draws readers into a vivid tapestry of complex characters and chilling mysteries. In "Jack Knifed," the second book in the series, Jack teams up with his loyal companion Replacement to dig into the 27-year-old unsolved murder of Steven Ritter—a case thought forgotten, yet ripe for unsettling revelations. With every twist and turn, Jack's determination unravels a web of deception, secrets, and the emotional scars that shape both the town and his own identity. As he navigates the treacherous waters of a community haunted by its past, Jack learns that some riddles are more dangerous than he ever imagined, and that uncovering the truth may come at a terrifying cost. Will he find the closure he desperately seeks, or will the shadows claim him once and for all? Discover the heart-pounding journey of Jack Stratton—where every soul has a secret and the past refuses to stay buried.