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James D.A. Terry

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If you’ve ever found yourself curled up with a mystery novel, heart racing as the plot thickens, then you’re in for a treat. Today, I want to take you on a little journey through the world of James D. A. Terry, a name that’s been quietly making waves in the mystery genre. His books are not just stories; they’re experiences, invitations to step into a world where every shadow hides a secret, and ev Read more of this blog post »
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Published on February 06, 2026 06:00
Average rating: 4.45 · 44 ratings · 36 reviews · 19 distinct works
The Raven's Cryptic Clue (J...

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The Paladin

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The Curious Case of the Van...

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Chasing the Wendigo

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The After Hours Club

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Second Chances Are Murder (...

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Tails from the Porch

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Witness Testimony and Other Tales by P.A.  O'Neil
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A Thought-Provoking Collection of Stories
Witness Testimony and Other Tales by P. A. O'Neil is an engaging collection that demonstrates how much can be said in a relatively short space. Each story offers its own perspective, atmosphere, and set of cha
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A Killer in King's Cove by Iona Whishaw
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I enjoyed A Killer in King’s Cove by Iona Whishaw. It’s the sort of mystery I like to settle into with a cup of coffee, a comfortable chair, and the comforting knowledge that somebody else is going to have to solve the murder.

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My own experiences with a Shadow Man when I was a residence hall director. It could be expanded to all kinds of experiences in a haunted dormitory. Oh wait, this premise is already being worked into one of my stories.
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“Some stories entertain us, some teach us, but the rarest stories leave a quiet mark on the soul—reminding us that even in the darkest chapters, there is always a reason to turn the page.”
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Deadly Appearances by Gail Bowen
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Politics, Secrets, and Murder: A Riveting Start to the Joanne Kilbourn Series
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Gail Bowen’s Deadly Appearances is a masterful introduction to Joanne Kilbourn, a sharp and relatable amateur sleuth who dives he
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The After Hours Club by James D.A.  Terry
"This was an interesting tale of intrigue and deception in a small town. The main characters, like in the author’s previous books, took it upon themselves to investigate after they sort-of fell into it. Plot wise, this probably one of the author’s bes" Read more of this review »
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The Treasure Hunters Club by Tom   Ryan
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Tom Ryan’s The Treasure Hunters Club: A Mystery has the kind of small‑town texture that pulls you in from the first page—the soft creak of old floorboards, the quiet promise of a library corner, the thrill of uncovering something long tucked away ben ...more
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“Some stories entertain us, some teach us, but the rarest stories leave a quiet mark on the soul—reminding us that even in the darkest chapters, there is always a reason to turn the page.”
― James D.A. Terry

“Are we freemen or are we serfs?
Clearly, the government owns what you earn and, because they are a benevolent authority, allow you to keep a portion. By definition then, you are a serf.”
― James D.A. Terry, Freeman or Serf

“He watched as the undercurrent buffeted the milfoil and hydrillia. He could see an old rusted bicycle moving gently to and fro with the ebb and flow. Old soft drink bottles and beer cans littered the lake bed and silt, like dust in the wind, rose in tiny clouds. The visibility was poor, only a few feet but he could see eerie shadows lurking beyond what seemed a wall of murky greyness.
He didn't know how long he had been sitting in his car watching but the brutal, debilitating cold was beginning to seep into his depths, indeed into his very soul. He knew the loathsome carnivorous scavengers would soon be emerging.”
― James D.A. Terry, The Paladin

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“Some stories entertain us, some teach us, but the rarest stories leave a quiet mark on the soul—reminding us that even in the darkest chapters, there is always a reason to turn the page.”
― James D.A. Terry

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