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Beneath the Surface
Henry Willis is a recently retired, timid, middle aged professor whose wife Martha dies mysteriously and it is ruled an accident by the police. Henry not believing this and feeling indirectly responsible for her death, feels compelled to find the killer by himself — alone —no detectives. But he must face his darkest fears and transform himself physically, mentally, and socially to have any chance at succeeding. His search for the killer will carry him to Asheville, Charleston and Puerto Rico.
In facing his own fears Henry discovers how human trauma changes you and leaves a lasting impact. Soon every person in Martha’s life, including himself, is a person of interest in her demise.
This riveting thriller illuminates the power of the past and how, in some cases it can mean life or death.
It’s the story of an everyday man’s search for the truth, his transformation and redemption.
In facing his own fears Henry discovers how human trauma changes you and leaves a lasting impact. Soon every person in Martha’s life, including himself, is a person of interest in her demise.
This riveting thriller illuminates the power of the past and how, in some cases it can mean life or death.
It’s the story of an everyday man’s search for the truth, his transformation and redemption.
225 pages, Hardcover
Published November 25, 2024
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December 18, 2024
Frank Slater’s Beneath the Surface is a masterfully crafted exploration of human resilience, secrets, and redemption. This gripping novel pulls readers into a world where personal struggles collide with unspoken truths, creating a story that is as thought-provoking as it is emotional.
The story follows Henry Willis, newly retired and recovering from his wife Martha’s unexpected death, as he navigates a journey to find Martha’s killer. He uncovers layers of buried trauma and hidden connections in his life in which everyone they know, including Henry himself, is a person of interest. Slater’s characters are deeply human, flawed, relatable, and richly developed.
What makes this book exceptional is Slater’s ability to balance suspense and depth. The narrative is filled with unexpected twists but never loses sight of the emotional core that drives the story forward. His writing is vivid and atmospheric, painting scenes so clearly that readers feel immersed in every moment.
The themes of forgiveness and confronting the past are woven seamlessly into the plot, offering readers more than a compelling story. Slater’s prose is as elegant as it is impactful, delivering a reading experience long after the last page.
Beneath the Surface is a must-read for fans of literary fiction and emotional thrillers. Frank Slater has crafted a novel that is both heart-wrenching and uplifting, leaving readers captivated and deeply moved. A true five-star gem!
The story follows Henry Willis, newly retired and recovering from his wife Martha’s unexpected death, as he navigates a journey to find Martha’s killer. He uncovers layers of buried trauma and hidden connections in his life in which everyone they know, including Henry himself, is a person of interest. Slater’s characters are deeply human, flawed, relatable, and richly developed.
What makes this book exceptional is Slater’s ability to balance suspense and depth. The narrative is filled with unexpected twists but never loses sight of the emotional core that drives the story forward. His writing is vivid and atmospheric, painting scenes so clearly that readers feel immersed in every moment.
The themes of forgiveness and confronting the past are woven seamlessly into the plot, offering readers more than a compelling story. Slater’s prose is as elegant as it is impactful, delivering a reading experience long after the last page.
Beneath the Surface is a must-read for fans of literary fiction and emotional thrillers. Frank Slater has crafted a novel that is both heart-wrenching and uplifting, leaving readers captivated and deeply moved. A true five-star gem!
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