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Murder at Kindle Creek: A Gripping Small Town Female Detective Mystery Crime Thriller
In the backwoods of the Deep South, no one hears you scream...
Former Boston homicide detective Charlie Westbrook wanted a fresh start — but the sleepy town of Magnolia, Tennessee, has dark secrets. Locals eye the motorcycle-riding outsider from the North with suspicion, unaware she carries secrets of her own.
When the body of a teenage girl surfaces in Kindle Creek, with the word impure carved into her forehead, Charlie is thrust into a chilling hunt for a killer. As two more girls vanish without a trace, she must navigate small-town lies, buried sins, and the ghosts of her past to stop a predator who knows how to stay hidden.
One girl is dead. Two others are missing. Can Charlie save them both in time?
From New York Times bestselling author Christopher Greyson comes this spellbinding tale with jaw-dropping secrets, a colorful ensemble of characters, and a protagonist you’ll root for from the first page to the last.
Christopher Greyson's novels have been read by millions of readers. Look for other standalone novels by Christopher Greyson including gritty thrillers, twist-filled mysteries and, heart-pounding adventures featuring fan favorites such as Detective Jack Stratton, Faith Winters, Kiku and, the newest heroine, Detective Charlie Westbrook.
The Detective Jack Stratton Mystery-Thriller Series
And Then She Was Gone (Prequel)
Girl Jacked
Jack Knifed
Jacks Are Wild
Jack and the Giant Killer
Data Jack
Jack of Hearts
Jack Frost
Jack of Diamonds
Captain Jack
Jack of Spades
Jack & Jill and the Blue Light Killer
Also by Christopher
The Girl Who Lived
• Best Mystery-Thriller eBook of the Year — Independent Publisher Book Awards
• Winner Best Thriller — National Indie Excellence Awards
• Winner Best Thriller — Silver Falchion Award
• Finalist eBook Fiction — Indie Book Awards
• Silver Medal Suspense — Reader’s Favorite Book Awards
The Girl Who Lived 2: Ghosts of the Past
One Little Lie
The Woman Beneath the Stairs
The Adventures of Finn & Annie
The Dark – Books 1-4
Pure of Heart
The Case Files of Detective Charlie Westbrook
Murder at Kindle Creek
Prey
KIKU – Rogue Assassin Trilogy
A Beautiful Place to Die
Kindle the Fires of War
Dance of Death
Please visit ChristopherGreyson.com to find out more about your favorite characters, giveaways, and updates on new book releases, and get a FREE copy of the exclusive short stories First Patrol and Fear the Onryō.
Former Boston homicide detective Charlie Westbrook wanted a fresh start — but the sleepy town of Magnolia, Tennessee, has dark secrets. Locals eye the motorcycle-riding outsider from the North with suspicion, unaware she carries secrets of her own.
When the body of a teenage girl surfaces in Kindle Creek, with the word impure carved into her forehead, Charlie is thrust into a chilling hunt for a killer. As two more girls vanish without a trace, she must navigate small-town lies, buried sins, and the ghosts of her past to stop a predator who knows how to stay hidden.
One girl is dead. Two others are missing. Can Charlie save them both in time?
From New York Times bestselling author Christopher Greyson comes this spellbinding tale with jaw-dropping secrets, a colorful ensemble of characters, and a protagonist you’ll root for from the first page to the last.
Christopher Greyson's novels have been read by millions of readers. Look for other standalone novels by Christopher Greyson including gritty thrillers, twist-filled mysteries and, heart-pounding adventures featuring fan favorites such as Detective Jack Stratton, Faith Winters, Kiku and, the newest heroine, Detective Charlie Westbrook.
The Detective Jack Stratton Mystery-Thriller Series
And Then She Was Gone (Prequel)
Girl Jacked
Jack Knifed
Jacks Are Wild
Jack and the Giant Killer
Data Jack
Jack of Hearts
Jack Frost
Jack of Diamonds
Captain Jack
Jack of Spades
Jack & Jill and the Blue Light Killer
Also by Christopher
The Girl Who Lived
• Best Mystery-Thriller eBook of the Year — Independent Publisher Book Awards
• Winner Best Thriller — National Indie Excellence Awards
• Winner Best Thriller — Silver Falchion Award
• Finalist eBook Fiction — Indie Book Awards
• Silver Medal Suspense — Reader’s Favorite Book Awards
The Girl Who Lived 2: Ghosts of the Past
One Little Lie
The Woman Beneath the Stairs
The Adventures of Finn & Annie
The Dark – Books 1-4
Pure of Heart
The Case Files of Detective Charlie Westbrook
Murder at Kindle Creek
Prey
KIKU – Rogue Assassin Trilogy
A Beautiful Place to Die
Kindle the Fires of War
Dance of Death
Please visit ChristopherGreyson.com to find out more about your favorite characters, giveaways, and updates on new book releases, and get a FREE copy of the exclusive short stories First Patrol and Fear the Onryō.
406 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 26, 2025
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About the author
Christopher Greyson
64 books1,079 followersMy name is Christopher Greyson, and I am a storyteller.
Since I was a little boy, I have dreamt of what mystery was around the next corner, or what quest lay over the hill. If I couldn’t find an adventure, one usually found me, and now I weave those tales into my stories. I am blessed to have written over twenty novels.
My love for tales of mystery and adventure began with my grandfather, a decorated World War I hero. I will never forget being introduced to his friend, a WWI pilot who flew across the skies at the same time as the feared, legendary Red Baron. My love of reading and storytelling eventually led me to write and it’s the best job I’ve ever had.
I love to hear from my readers. Please visit ChristopherGreyson.com, where you can become a preferred reader, download an exclusive Jack Stratton mystery, and receive advanced notifications of book releases and more! Please follow Detective Jack Stratton on Twitter @chris_greyson and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ChristopherG.... Thank you for reading my novels. I hope my stories have brightened your day.
Sincerely,
Christopher Greyson
Since I was a little boy, I have dreamt of what mystery was around the next corner, or what quest lay over the hill. If I couldn’t find an adventure, one usually found me, and now I weave those tales into my stories. I am blessed to have written over twenty novels.
My love for tales of mystery and adventure began with my grandfather, a decorated World War I hero. I will never forget being introduced to his friend, a WWI pilot who flew across the skies at the same time as the feared, legendary Red Baron. My love of reading and storytelling eventually led me to write and it’s the best job I’ve ever had.
I love to hear from my readers. Please visit ChristopherGreyson.com, where you can become a preferred reader, download an exclusive Jack Stratton mystery, and receive advanced notifications of book releases and more! Please follow Detective Jack Stratton on Twitter @chris_greyson and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ChristopherG.... Thank you for reading my novels. I hope my stories have brightened your day.
Sincerely,
Christopher Greyson
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January 23, 2026
I'VE READ MOST OF MR. GREYSON'S BOOKS AND LOVED THEM ALL.WHEN I FIRST STARTED READING THIS ONE, I THOUGHT THIS ONES NOT AS GOOD. BUT I KEPT READING AND HE DIDN'T DISAPPOINT ME I WOULD HAVE READ STRAIGHT THRU NEW YEARS EVE BUT I HAD TO SLEEP DIDN'T FINISH TILL NEW YEARS DAY. YAY!
I JUST PRE ORDERED HIS NEXT BOOK, HURRY UP APRIL 7, 2026. ;D
I JUST PRE ORDERED HIS NEXT BOOK, HURRY UP APRIL 7, 2026. ;D
December 28, 2025
Murder at Kindle Creek
Christopher Greyson has done it again with a great new detective and a story that never slows, barely giving you time to catch your breath! Can’t wait for Charlie’s next book!
Christopher Greyson has done it again with a great new detective and a story that never slows, barely giving you time to catch your breath! Can’t wait for Charlie’s next book!
January 6, 2026
A good detective series opener.
A new “typical” Greyson folksy detective series with memorable characters and a novel primary character to follow in a series of small town skullduggery.
A new “typical” Greyson folksy detective series with memorable characters and a novel primary character to follow in a series of small town skullduggery.
January 12, 2026
Loved it!
Great story the characters were amazing, I loved how this author always does his homework when it comes to the details of the characters work Experiences, I definitely recommend this series, I can't wait until the next book comes out.
Great story the characters were amazing, I loved how this author always does his homework when it comes to the details of the characters work Experiences, I definitely recommend this series, I can't wait until the next book comes out.
December 30, 2025
Loved this new endeavor from Christopher Greyson! A new character to follow, sure to bring unexpected adventures!
January 4, 2026
Excellent suspenseful story
Murder at Kindle Creek is a great book. The main characters are likeable, and I look forward to more in this series.
Murder at Kindle Creek is a great book. The main characters are likeable, and I look forward to more in this series.
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