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From Don Willerton, author of the acclaimed Mogi Franklin mystery series, comes a bold new novel blending mystery, adventure, and deep moral dilemmas. In a world where homelessness is rampant and violence knows no bounds, The King of Trash pulls readers into a gritty reality filled with murder, corruption, and a chilling escape from death that will leave you haunted. Beneath the surface of this contemporary thriller lies a heart of tenderness, ethical struggle, and the unbreakable bonds of humanity.A journalist's simple interview with a former schoolmate-now a world-renowned scientist and billionaire-spirals into a nightmarish web of horrifying truths. As the characters are forced to confront brutal, real-world decisions, one central truth emerges, offering a glimpse of redemption amid the chaos.Can anyone truly escape the harsh realities of the world we live in? Will the heart prevail against all odds?

A House with a Dark Past. A Man with a Broken Soul. Will Either Survive the Rebuild?Tucker Whitby is no stranger to pain. Haunted by guilt over his wife's death and his daughter's brutal murder, he's thrown himself into his work as a builder. But when he's tasked with remodeling a house that seems to be alive-breathing, pulsing, and violently reactive-he faces more than just a construction challenge. The house has its own plans. As Tucker uncovers the property's eerie history, he's pulled into vivid dreams of a boy kidnapped by Comanche warriors in 1870. But the dreams soon blur with reality, and Tucker finds himself living the boy's violent, harrowing life. As the line between past and present dissolves, Tucker is drawn into a spiral of violence and murder, uncovering secrets that threaten to consume him.Can Tucker break free from the house's grip, or will it rebuild him in ways he never imagined?

Semi-finalist in the Hemingway Book Awards for 20th Century Wartime FictionDISCOVER THE UNTOLD STORY BEHIND A WWII HERO'S DARKEST SECRETS.Elias Gunnarson always believed his father, Teddy, was part of "the greatest generation"-a World War II hero who returned home, married his high school sweetheart, and lived the American dream. But Elias soon learns that his father's legacy is far more complicated-and darker-than the stories passed down through the years.As Elias uncovers letters, videos, and hidden memories, the truth emerges: the reality of Teddy's war was far more brutal than anyone imagined. From the bloodied sands of Omaha Beach to the chilling horrors of Dachau, the tale of Teddy, his brother Jake, and the woman they both loved begins to unravel. Elias must confront the haunting revelation that even heroes carry the weight of unforgivable sins.Will uncovering the past bring Elias peace, or will it shatter everything he thought he knew about his family?

Unlock the Secrets of the Past in Ghosts of the San Juan-A Thrilling Middle-Grade Mystery Adventure Mogi Franklin is just your average eighth-grader-until he isn't. With a knack for solving mysteries, Mogi's life takes a thrilling turn when his problem-solving skills are put to the test. Joined by his sister, Jennifer, Mogi is drawn into dangerous adventures that uncover dark secrets hidden in history and the rugged landscape around them.In Ghosts of the San Juan, a student rafting trip down the San Juan River leads Mogi and Jennifer into a deadly mystery. When they stumble upon the story of four men who vanished in 1934, they uncover clues that connect to a modern-day plot to steal Navajo resources. Trapped in a remote mesa by an evil mastermind, Mogi and Jennifer must use all their wits to survive-and possibly even call on the help of the legendary Ghosts of the San Juan.Will Mogi's clever thinking be enough to save them from a deadly trap? Or will the forces of the past claim them too?

Uncover Ancient Secrets and Hidden Dangers in The Secret of La Rosa -A Thrilling Middle-Grade Mystery Adventure What begins as a simple cross-country ski trip turns into a chilling adventure when Mogi Franklin and his sister, Jennifer, are caught in a brutal blizzard. Struggling to survive, they stumble into a hidden valley-home to an ancient hacienda, a bustling Spanish family, and a strange village untouched by modern life. No cars. No electricity. And no way out.What started as a vacation to help his Granddad with holiday preparations now becomes Mogi's toughest mystery yet. Accused of stealing a sacred religious icon tied to a legend of lost Spanish gold, Mogi must navigate shadowy figures, secret societies, and a town full of secrets. As he fights to clear his name, Mogi is also confronted by unresolved grief from his grandmother's death the previous Christmas.Is this valley real, or just an illusion? And can Mogi solve the mystery of La Rosa before it's too late?

Unravel Ancient Secrets and Escape the Darkness in The Hidden River-A Thrilling Middle-Grade Mystery Adventure When a crazed professor sets out to tarnish the legacy of today's Pueblo Indians by proving their ancestors committed terrible crimes, Mogi Franklin and his family are thrust into a high-stakes adventure. While vacationing in the rugged landscapes of western New Mexico, Mogi and his friends discover that stopping the madman requires finding a sacred object hidden by the ancient Acoma Pueblo people within the vast, unforgiving lava beds.As they race against time, the deranged professor traps them in the pitch-black depths of an underground cavern, leaving them with little hope of escape. Mogi's unique problem-solving skills are put to the ultimate test as he navigates cultural mysteries, faces relentless danger, and uncovers secrets that could change history.Can Mogi save the sacred legacy of the Pueblo Indians and escape the darkness before it's too late?

Unlock Lost Secrets and Face the Flames in The Lake of Fire-A Heart-Pounding Middle-Grade Mystery Adventure Mogi Franklin and his sister Jennifer are thrilled to attend a science conference nestled in the sweeping landscapes of New Mexico. But excitement turns to intrigue when they stumble onto a mystery decades in the making-a missing plane that vanished fifty years ago, carrying a dangerous cargo: two hundred pounds of plutonium. Now, international terrorists are racing to find it, and the hidden nuclear treasure may be closer than they ever imagined.As Mogi and his friends dig into the mystery, an unexpected lead takes them on a trek to a remote lake. But their journey quickly spirals into a fight for survival when a small forest fire erupts into the state's most ferocious blaze in history, trapping them in its fiery path. With government secrets, Russian spies, and a ticking nuclear threat hanging over them, Mogi's problem-solving skills are pushed to the limit.Can Mogi uncover the truth about the missing plutonium and outwit both fire and foes to save his friends? Or will this mystery turn deadly before they make it out alive?

Dive Beneath the Surface and Stop the Chaos in Outlaw-A Thrilling Middle-Grade Mystery Adventure Scuba lessons at Lake Powell were supposed to be just another fun family adventure for Mogi Franklin and his sister, Jennifer. But deep beneath the surface lies a hidden path once used by outlaws Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid to escape after the biggest train robbery of their lives. When the siblings meet a history professor chasing answers about the legendary outlaws, they're suddenly pulled into a high-stakes race against time.A crazed terrorist is plotting to blow up Glen Canyon Dam, threatening to unleash catastrophic destruction across the Southwest. With danger mounting and no one else to turn to, Mogi and Jennifer must use every ounce of courage and wit to stop the attack. But when Mogi finds himself facing an impossible choice-save the dam or save himself-he must decide what he's willing to risk for the greater good.Can Mogi uncover the truth and save the Southwest before it's too late?