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Rob Kaufman is a celebrated psychological thriller author, known for crafting emotionally intense stories that delve into the human psyche. With a degree in Psychology, he weaves his deep understanding of human behavior into gripping narratives filled with relatable characters and compelling twists.

Fascinated by what drives people toward darkness while seeking love and acceptance, Rob explores the fine line between good and evil. His novels aren’t just suspenseful—they unravel everyday events that spiral into extraordinary psychological dramas.

Readers become deeply invested in his characters, experiencing a range of emotions from laughter to heartbreak. His books have earned national and international acclaim for their unique, thought-provo
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Thanks so much for checking in! Well... it's taken me a while to flesh out the latest storyline, but I've got it and started writing last wee…more
Hi Paula!
Thanks so much for checking in! Well... it's taken me a while to flesh out the latest storyline, but I've got it and started writing last week. I hope to have it completed and to my editor within two months. I will definitely keep you updated! Thanks again.
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Rob Kaufman Hey Michelle!
Thanks for the question (and the great review)! When I think about it carefully, the concept of Angela's character came first - but hones…more
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Thanks for the question (and the great review)! When I think about it carefully, the concept of Angela's character came first - but honestly, she was developed only a few seconds before the storyline with Philip and Jonathan. I won't go into detail here, (it's a long answer) but if you read my blog, "Where the HELL did Angela come from?", you'll be able to see why I responded to this question the way I did. Thanks again for the question and I hope it's one of many...!
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The Heart Behind the Fear

People often ask me why my novels are filled with so much emotional depth when they’re labeled as suspense… why the fear, tension, and danger are intertwined with grief, love, guilt, and longing. My answer is simple: I feel that real suspense doesn’t come from plot twists or body counts—it comes from the human heart.

Every story I write begins with a person, not a plot. I want readers to feel what

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Silent Shadows by Rob Kaufman
"From the opening line, Silent Shadows drops you straight into Daniel Wright’s fractured, trembling world — a place shaped by trauma, agoraphobia, and the lingering echo of being hunted. It’s rare for a thriller to feel this emotionally lived-in from " Read more of this review »
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Twisted Truth by Rob Kaufman
"Oh my giddy aunt. I don't have enough wows for this.

I didn't think Daniel could possibly face any more personal tragedies, but no, Kaufman plunges you (and Daniel!) into one more, the third and last in the Edge of Fear trilogy. Another gripping ride," Read more of this review »
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“Tell me you’re happy and I’ll leave you alone. Tell me this is the life you’ve always wanted for yourself and I won’t say another word.” He leaned in toward me, still meeting my gaze. “Be honest. Tell me this is what you want, and I’ll stop.”
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Rob Rosen Rob, hi. Hope all is well. Since we’re Goodreads friends, I thought I’d share my latest novel, Midlife Crisis, with you.

"Rob Rosen does madcap gay humor better than anyone else writing today. Midlife Crisis is no exception." - Neil Plakcy, author of The Mahu Investigations

I hope you can pick up a copy. As a special thanks for your time, feel free to message me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/therobrosen) for a free PDF copy of any of my other 9 novels, which you can find here: http://www.therobrosen.com

All the best,

Rob Rosen


Monika Merry Christmas Rob!




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Rob Kaufman Thanks, Tina!
You DON'T want to know how long it took to approve it!
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