The Silent Pines

Sienna Kelly, a city girl from New York, never would have imagined the picturesque landscape of Eastern Oregon as her new home. But for the love of her new husband Vincent and his dream of starting a local newspaper, she left behind the hustle and bustle of the city to settle in his small hometown. However, the idyllic countryside soon reveals a sinister side as a series of gruesome murders rock the peaceful community. Unable to turn a blind eye, Sienna sets out to uncover the truth behind the killings. Yet, in this close-knit town, everyone has their own secrets and hidden agendas. As Sienna delves deeper into the investigation, she realizes that no one can be trusted - not even her new family. But as she edges closer to the truth, she begins to question if the biggest betrayal may come from someone unexpected - her own husband. In this heart-stopping race against time, Sienna must navigate treacherous waters where nothing is as it seems and danger hides around every corner. Will she uncover the killer's identity before it's too late? Or will she become their next victim? Prepare for thrilling suspense in author Curtis Myer's latest work, a classic whodunit filled with old-fashioned murder and mayhem that will keep you guessing until the very end. "A slow-burning mystery with a stellar lead sleuth, The Silent Pines by Curtis Myer is a pastoral thriller with an ominous edge. In a rural Oregon town plagued by a rash of violent murders, newly arrived Sienna Kelly is quickly pulled into the suspicions and intrigue of a community on the edge. Her seemingly perfect yet frequently absent husband, Vince, busy with his nascent newspaper business, leaves Sienna plenty of time to let her natural curiosity and investigative skills run wild, right into the suffocating crosshairs of a sociopathic killer. Transcending standard mystery tropes and elevating timely themes of small-town paranoia, this emotionally sensitive and suspenseful novel is an addictive read." Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★★½