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David Stever

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Thriller, Crime, Mystery

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David Stever writes gripping crime thrillers driven by sharp prose, layered
characters, and high-stakes investigations. His Johnny Delarosa series follows a
relentless private investigator navigating a world of deception, corruption, and
moral ambiguity, where every case pulls him deeper into danger. With a style
praised for its vivid characterization and tight storytelling, Stever delivers
suspense that keeps readers turning pages late into the night.
Blending classic noir influences with modern crime fiction, his work explores
the complexities of truth, loyalty, and justice. From blackmail schemes to
murder investigations, his stories unfold with tension, unexpected twists, and a
strong sense of atmosphere that immerses readers in every scene.
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Average rating: 4.42 · 226 ratings · 88 reviews · 6 distinct works • Similar authors

	Auburn Ride (The Delarosa Series Book 1) 4.38 avg rating — 121 ratings — published 2016 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Toxic Blonde: A Johnny Delarosa Thriller (The Delarosa Series Book 2) 4.45 avg rating — 69 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Raven Rain: A Johnny Delarosa Thriller (The Delarosa Series Book 3) 4.51 avg rating — 35 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Heater Vol. 03 No. 06 it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — published 2015	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	David Stever - Scarlet Fever - A Johnny Delarosa Thriller 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Hello Friends! I hope everyone is doing well.

Audiobook narrator/producer, Bill Lord, and I recently created a video where we explore each other's process in writing and then creating the audiobooks of the Johnny Delarosa private eye thriller series. It's a fun peek behind the curtain!

Please enjoy! The link is below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTe7q...

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