Diablo's Shadow

by Mark W. Danielson

Six-year old Kerri Connifer vanished while on a morning outing through Redwood Regional Park with her father, Randy. The storm slammed into the park full-force, just as the search parties arrived. The moment Kerri disappearned, Randy's world changed forever. Mark W. Danielson spins another web of mystery in his third reality-based novel. Inspired by an unsolved Colorado case, the reader is taken on an unforgettable journey through a parent's worst nightmare. In the tradition of DANGER WITHIN and THE INNOCENT NEVER KNEW, DIABLO'S SHADOW keeps the reader guessing through fearful twists and deception. Prepare yourself to stay up late reading this one.

243 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2008

About the author

Mark W. Danielson is a mystery author and airline pilot whose reality based novels have shared startling coincidences with actual events. Diablo’s Shadow (2008) echoes a Florida missing child case that drew national attention. Danger Within (2002) is an action thriller that takes the reader into the world of commercial aviation and underwater salvage. The Innocent Never Knew (2004) is a political conspiracy that parallels the suspicious death of President Clinton’s Secretary of Commerce Ron Brown. Writer’s Block is the first in the Maxx Watts detective series set in Fort Worth. Look for many more adventures with Maxx and his cohorts.

In addition to writing novels, Mr. Danielson has authored numerous non-fiction articles that have appeared in periodicals and professional magazines. While in the United States Navy, he was twice selected as their top author. His worldwide travels enable him to write from a perspective shared by few.

Reviews

[Joanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Randy cherishes his weekly early morning walks with his daughter Kerri in Redwood Forest. One of these events ends with Kerri missing! The book details the search for Kerri and her difficult family situation of separated parents. I thought it was well written, maintained a good pace and character development, and the reader was drawn to the family’s pain, fear and frustration of a missing child. Not necessary a fun read because of the subject matter, but I could visualize this being a wonderful Lifetime movie. If you want suspense – you will enjoy this book.

[Jean Henry Mead · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a mystery/suspense novelist, I read with a critical eye. Mark W. Danielson's Diablo's Shadow immediately drew me in and held me suspended until the very end. It's a gripping tale that's nearly impossible to put down, and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a suspenseful plot. I confess that I shed a tear or two before the conclusion.