When librarian Calla Fletcher discovers a murdered man in her basement, pinned to a desk by an antique letter opener through a mysterious book titled *Lies, Tall Tales, and Other Misrepresentations*, her quiet life in small-town Dewitt shatters. The book contains generations of local secrets—including an entry about her grandparents' mysterious farm fire in 1952. As Calla digs deeper, she uncovers a secret society, family betrayals, and a killer who will stop at nothing to keep the past buried. A witty, suspenseful mystery about truth, justice, and the dangerous power of stories.
Maurice Whitaker is a passionate storyteller with a love for compelling characters and vivid worlds. When not writing, He enjoys reading, exploring nature, and sipping too much coffee. This is his debut work, crafted with heart and imagination.View all by Maurice Whitaker
