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Forever Dark
“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.”
—Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)
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When a murder occurs in her rural home town, brilliant FBI Agent Selena Raven is dispatched, unaware she must work alongside her ex-husband, now sheriff, as the two butt heads, face old grudges, and must partner to stop a killer before it’s too late.
When a body is discovered in the abandoned church where Selena Raven was supposed to get married, coming home feels like a warning. As more women turn up dead, Selena realizes the killer is far from finished—and working alongside the man she left behind may be the only way to stop them.
FOREVER DARK is the first book in a long-awaited new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews.
The Selena Raven mystery series drops readers into the rural heart of the American Midwest, where the cases are brutal, the secrets run generations deep, and the agent tasked with solving them is the last person who wanted to come home. Fans of Laura Griffin, Robert Dugoni, and Kendra Elliot are sure to fall in love.
Future books in the series are also available!
“An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next.”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
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“A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
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“A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
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“Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
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“Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
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“Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
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—Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
When a murder occurs in her rural home town, brilliant FBI Agent Selena Raven is dispatched, unaware she must work alongside her ex-husband, now sheriff, as the two butt heads, face old grudges, and must partner to stop a killer before it’s too late.
When a body is discovered in the abandoned church where Selena Raven was supposed to get married, coming home feels like a warning. As more women turn up dead, Selena realizes the killer is far from finished—and working alongside the man she left behind may be the only way to stop them.
FOREVER DARK is the first book in a long-awaited new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews.
The Selena Raven mystery series drops readers into the rural heart of the American Midwest, where the cases are brutal, the secrets run generations deep, and the agent tasked with solving them is the last person who wanted to come home. Fans of Laura Griffin, Robert Dugoni, and Kendra Elliot are sure to fall in love.
Future books in the series are also available!
“An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next.”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
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“Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
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322 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 15, 2026
About the author
Blake Pierce
1,930 books6,183 followersBlake Pierce is author of the bestselling RILEY PAGE mystery series, which includes seven books (and counting). Blake Pierce is also the author of the MACKENZIE WHITE mystery series, comprising four books (and counting); of the AVERY BLACK mystery series, comprising four books (and counting); and of the new KERI LOCKE mystery series.
An avid reader and lifelong fan of the mystery and thriller genres, Blake loves to hear from you, so please feel free to visit www.blakepierceauthor.com to learn more and stay in touch.
An avid reader and lifelong fan of the mystery and thriller genres, Blake loves to hear from you, so please feel free to visit www.blakepierceauthor.com to learn more and stay in touch.
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August 10, 2026
Blake Pierce, you need a new editor. Lots of spelling errors in this book. Quick read with a fast pace to it, no real suspense or page turning created throughout. Just a book of very unlikable characters and a typical storyline of “FBI agent returns home where they don’t like to be and have neglected their family for a long time”.
July 2, 2026
Hometown justice prevails in this sordid tale!
FBI agent Selena Raven is under temporary suspension for closing a case that media coverage had sensationalized. Due to higher ups not liking her meticulous work on the case, she is sent back to her own hometown to solve murders there. Harlan County has not ever been a place where murders occur, but her former husband, Chase Connors, is now sheriff! She left it fifteen years ago to throw herself into work becoming an FBI agent, a big shot to her former friends and ex husband. Together, Chase and Selena are expected to solve the murder of three women.
This is a very well thought out murder mystery involving tent style ministries in small country counties. The crimes are bizarre, religious style rituals, punitive or purifying, all deliberate and staged for effect.
There are flaws or unanswered questions in this character study. Custom boots are never explained or really relevant. I guess the author wanted to end the story. Their only purpose was to indicate that the killer was the same in each murder. But I am curious even yet why this killer had custom made boots.
I like the storyline of the agent and sheriff. It is a love story about the agent and the friends and family she has neglected over the years. Chase is a really good guy. Maybe Selena and Chase may overcome past issues to bond again.
The character study is better than the deranged killer plot! I would read another story with Selena and Chase!
FBI agent Selena Raven is under temporary suspension for closing a case that media coverage had sensationalized. Due to higher ups not liking her meticulous work on the case, she is sent back to her own hometown to solve murders there. Harlan County has not ever been a place where murders occur, but her former husband, Chase Connors, is now sheriff! She left it fifteen years ago to throw herself into work becoming an FBI agent, a big shot to her former friends and ex husband. Together, Chase and Selena are expected to solve the murder of three women.
This is a very well thought out murder mystery involving tent style ministries in small country counties. The crimes are bizarre, religious style rituals, punitive or purifying, all deliberate and staged for effect.
There are flaws or unanswered questions in this character study. Custom boots are never explained or really relevant. I guess the author wanted to end the story. Their only purpose was to indicate that the killer was the same in each murder. But I am curious even yet why this killer had custom made boots.
I like the storyline of the agent and sheriff. It is a love story about the agent and the friends and family she has neglected over the years. Chase is a really good guy. Maybe Selena and Chase may overcome past issues to bond again.
The character study is better than the deranged killer plot! I would read another story with Selena and Chase!
July 27, 2026
𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐃𝐀𝐑𝐊
By Blake Pierce
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Blake Pierce definitely nailed this story!
Forever Dark is about Selena Raven, an FBI agent forced to handle a case in her hometown—Harlan County. A place she chose to runaway from because of a hard-to-bear past. Back to back with her Sheriff's ex-husband, Connor Chase, they are about to deal with a case and have a run through to a waiting past.
The story is brilliantly written.
I commend how the author mindfully introduced each character while preserving the mystery of the story. The character buildup is one of its strengths. I love how Selena changes her heart over time.
Another applause for the pacing of the story. It takes it time to roll and unfold, giving enough time to the readers to grasp and be at the story.
I love the rock paper scissors scene. It's indeed a breather!
To sum up! The story is highly recommended. Definitely there is light in this story. A lesson and a new case solved.
By Blake Pierce
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Blake Pierce definitely nailed this story!
Forever Dark is about Selena Raven, an FBI agent forced to handle a case in her hometown—Harlan County. A place she chose to runaway from because of a hard-to-bear past. Back to back with her Sheriff's ex-husband, Connor Chase, they are about to deal with a case and have a run through to a waiting past.
The story is brilliantly written.
I commend how the author mindfully introduced each character while preserving the mystery of the story. The character buildup is one of its strengths. I love how Selena changes her heart over time.
Another applause for the pacing of the story. It takes it time to roll and unfold, giving enough time to the readers to grasp and be at the story.
I love the rock paper scissors scene. It's indeed a breather!
To sum up! The story is highly recommended. Definitely there is light in this story. A lesson and a new case solved.
August 1, 2026
Sheriff chasing someone on a highway but doesn't turn on lights and siren? [I know FBI agent was only driving a rental but sheriff had his work vehicle.] Related car crashes an uninvolved car and no-one stops to check for injuries? Didn't sheriff's car have camera to get licence plate? I know that both these comments apply to only one (or two) chapters but it is poor story-telling.
Most of the story was fine.
Most of the story was fine.
August 8, 2026
Run of the mill FBI investigation story centring on a revivalist minister. Selena Haven is a decent main character; the idea of her being sent back to her home town from Washington less so - it could have been, as many readers would resonate with returning to where they grew up in that way. Basically, meh.
July 6, 2026
A Winner!
Another winner for Blake! Heart pounding & nail bitting. Couldn't put it down. Believable characters. Easy to follow. Non stop entertainment. Another masterpiece. Hit way out of the ball park. Way to go. Keep them coming.
Another winner for Blake! Heart pounding & nail bitting. Couldn't put it down. Believable characters. Easy to follow. Non stop entertainment. Another masterpiece. Hit way out of the ball park. Way to go. Keep them coming.
August 1, 2026
Agent Raven et al
There isn't necessarily twists and turn, but an expectant flow. That is what can catch you off guard. Conner was by far more characterized and easily pictured. Still, all the characters were balanced.
There isn't necessarily twists and turn, but an expectant flow. That is what can catch you off guard. Conner was by far more characterized and easily pictured. Still, all the characters were balanced.
August 4, 2026
thrilling read
Interesting plot, well written with great premise and lots of tension. Dark horror as well as deep mystery with lots of twists to keep the reader guessing. Good character development throughout.
Interesting plot, well written with great premise and lots of tension. Dark horror as well as deep mystery with lots of twists to keep the reader guessing. Good character development throughout.
July 4, 2026
Ending was not nice but overall a solid book
July 13, 2026
What a well executed story line. The characters are strong and the plot solid.
July 15, 2026
I usually read a Blake Pierce book in 2 days. This one just didn't pull me in like usual.
July 18, 2026
New for me
This was a good read. Part of it was slow part fast. Hurtful and happy. Different ending would have been nice
This was a good read. Part of it was slow part fast. Hurtful and happy. Different ending would have been nice
July 22, 2026
Great read of an FBI agent going back home
Great procedural, characters, crime and whodunnit. I'm hooked. Enjoy. How to go black home again. Which usually is hard as hell.
Great procedural, characters, crime and whodunnit. I'm hooked. Enjoy. How to go black home again. Which usually is hard as hell.
July 29, 2026
This book is definitely a real page turner. It hooks you from the first page and keeps you entertained until the very end. I love the characters and will definitely be reading more in this series.
August 1, 2026
Fast paced detective story
A most enjoyable novel with good harmony between police officials & locals. A return home to mend some fences with family & friends. You will enjoy!
A most enjoyable novel with good harmony between police officials & locals. A return home to mend some fences with family & friends. You will enjoy!
August 7, 2026
Page turner
Another one in a riveting series, Blake Pierce does not disappoint. I was able to read this in one sitting.
Another one in a riveting series, Blake Pierce does not disappoint. I was able to read this in one sitting.
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