Hidden Bones: Murder in Swartz Creek

by Mark Beckner

In the small town of Swartz Creek, Michigan, an 18-year-old mystery comes to life when three young teenagers and their dog uncover a grave of bones. The bones end up belonging to one of the three teenage boys who vanished without a trace nearly two decades earlier. It is a case that has haunted the community. Chief Paula Ward and veteran Detective Greg Thompson are thrust into the spotlight as they delve into the investigation, reopening old wounds. What follows is a gripping battle of wits between the suspect and officers that stretches the imagination. As the investigation nears an end, Chief Ward finds herself in a gripping final confrontation with the killer. Hidden Bones is a crime thriller packed with intrigue, mystery, small-town tension and a dramatic ending. Follow the relentless pursuit of justice in the face of evil.

284 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 28, 2025

Reviews

[Donna beckner · Rating 5 out of 5]

captivating

This book peaked my interest and I wanted to keep reading it. It was a good suspenseful story set in a small town setting with lots of innuendos to keep you guessing. The writing is very good and you will not want to put it down. Well done!