Tangled Darkness
The Portland Murder Series, Book 1
by MM Desch
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Pub Date Jul 15 2025 | Archive Date Jul 19 2025
Rowan Prose Publishing | Rowan Sapphire
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Description
In a twisted web of lies, she's either the spider or the fly.
When a psychiatric clinical assistant turns up dead, Dr. Leslie Schoen finds herself a suspect in the case—and facing allegations that could destroy her career.
As Detective Davis works the investigation, Leslie launches her own inquiries. She soon uncovers deception and illegal schemes involving stolen prescription opioids. It seems everyone around her is hiding something, and as she gets closer to the truth, the threats against her escalate. She struggles with keeping dangerous information from her pregnant wife, Izzy, and knows she needs to confront traumatic demons from her own past. But as she delves deeper into a web of lies, one thing becomes clear: someone will do anything to keep their criminal plans in the shadows.
With her family and even her life on the line, Leslie must outwit those who want her silenced before it’s too late. No one’s motives are what they seem, and the killer may be closer than anyone thinks.
Perfect for fans of Tess Gerritsen, Freida McFadden, Lucinda Berry, and Patricia Cornwell.
Advance Praise
“An exceptional medical thriller.”
Readers’ Favorite, Five-star review
“Exquisite tension drives a memorable, revealing plot.”
—Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan, senior reviewer
“Desch deftly weaves a tale of deceit and reckoning. This psychological labyrinth is a gripping page-turner.”
—Suzy Vitello author of The Bequest and Bitterroot
“It kept me eagerly turning the pages, through the intricate
relationships, the well-crafted plot, and on to the breathless ending.”
—Kaye George, Award-Winning Author of Someone Is Out There
“Desch writes with the passion of real-life experience, crafting a chillingly realistic thriller packed with deception, betrayal, and medical intrigue. Only an insider could write with such authority about the world of addiction medicine and the dangerous consequences of bad intentions.”
— Tammy Euliano, author of Fatal Intent and Misfire
“Tangled Darkness is a twisty thriller with tons of heart.”
––Michael Keefe, author of All Her Loved Ones, Encoded
“A page turner! As Leslie navigates the ever-more terrifying maze into which she’s stumbled, you will be on tenterhooks until the story’s final twist.”
— Angela M. Sanders, Bestselling Author
“Featuring memorable characters and deft writing, M.M. Desch’s debut is a roller coaster of excitement that’s sure to appeal to fans of crime fiction, psychological thrillers, and a wide swath of other genres.”
—Nancy Townsley, author of Sunshine Girl
“With a rich cast of characters and psychological depth, Mary Desch’s Tangled Darkness keeps the reader turning pages and wondering who done it.”
—Dian Greenwood, Author of About the Carleton Sisters and Forever Blackbirds
“Enjoy this well-written, fast-reading suspense!”
—Marilyn Levinson, Award-Winning Author of Come Home to Death
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9798227130914 |
| PRICE | $4.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 354 |
