Persephone’s Pool

by Marie Montine

Genre: SciFi Crime Thriller

 


New Age Crime Thriller That Will Leave You Breathless From Shock And Excitement!

‘Sci-fi and mystery readers shouldn’t miss this one!’

– Readers Favorite


Persephone’s Pool

by Marie Montine

Genre: SciFi Crime Thriller



“The settings and the unusual killings make for compelling, often unexpected material…A detailed, futuristic detective story that is anything but typical.” – Kirkus Reviews

“A scrumptious mix of suspense, mystery, and intrigue makes Persephone’s Pool a delightful treat that sci-fi and crime lovers will relish.” – Pikasho Deka for Readers’ Favorite


Seven meets Lucy in this New Age Crime Thriller that takes investigators to different crime scenes on multiple planets on a dangerous, mythological game of cat and mouse!

A hundred years from now people can visit any planet in the solar system and take a vacation.
Despite all of the technological advancements, a new craving emerges: spirituality.
With the Age of Aquarius on the threshold, intergalactic murders involving mythology begin.
And it’s up to two investigators to find out why.
But the further they get into their investigation, the more dangerous the game becomes.


‘Author Marie Montine repeatedly pulls the rug out from under your feet with a plot featuring multiple twists and turns you never see coming. The reveals are unexpected and shocking. What impressed me is how Montine provides each character with enough urgency and distinct personality traits so that the reader is completely invested in their story arcs. The setting feels believably futuristic, which makes the story very immersive. You don’t know if your favorite characters will make it out alive, and it keeps you on the edge of your seat. Sci-fi and mystery readers shouldn’t miss this one!’ – Readers Favorite

 

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Marie Montine’s work includes paranormal horror, supernatural sci-fi, and dark fantasy. But there’s always one major theme in her stories: the power of love.

Many readers and reviewers have claimed Marie Montine is an author to watch for.

Red River won an award for best romantic suspense with ChickLit Cafe.

She recently finished writing Persephone’s Pool, an intergalactic crime thriller released on April 8, 2025.

The author is also a level one student with CAAE and you can find her love of astrology woven into stories like Midnight on Mars and Persephone’s Pool.

Marie lives and works in northern Canada with her husband and poet, Alvin J Beck, and their dogs, Luna and Mya. When she is not working or writing, she enjoys gaming and getting cozied up with her husband and dogs watching movies or tv series.

  

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A Deadly Combo

Rocky Nelson Boxing Mystery Book 1

by Karen A. Phillips

Genre: Cozy Mystery

 


Mystery with a Punch!


A Deadly Combo

Rocky Nelson Boxing Mystery Book 1

by Karen A. Phillips

Genre: Cozy Mystery



“This fast-paced read, filled with twists and turns, will keep readers glued to the pages until they reach the very satisfying ending.”

—Cindy Sample, National Bestselling Author of the Laurel McKay Mystery Series

 

“Rocky Nelson is just the kind of heroine I love: strong, smart, fierce, and yet still vulnerable.”

—Eileen Rendahl, award-winning author

 

“This debut mystery delivers a one-two punch!”

—Kim Davis, author

 

Phillips has mastered the ‘whodunit’ craft.”

—R. Franklin James, award winning author

  

Sisters Rocky and Bridget are enjoying each other’s company at a vintage trailerfest until they stumble over a corpse. The dead guy is none other than the local trailer restorer Bridget was overheard threatening to kill. Mounting evidence leads police to focus on Bridget as a person of interest. Desperate to prove her sister innocent of murder, Rocky dons her own deerstalker cap and goes sleuthing until she runs into police detective Thompson who warns her off his case in no uncertain terms. But Rocky is tenacious if not stubborn. Combined with a 78-year-old father who becomes her sidekick, Rocky uses her courage and skills learned in boxing lessons to protect her family and keep from becoming the killer’s next victim.

 

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A Deadly Match

Rocky Nelson Boxing Mystery Book 2



A Deadly Match packs an Oscar-worthy punch!” —Holly West, author of the Mistress of Fortune series and Anthony Award-winning editor of Killin’ Time in San Diego



In Book 2, Raquel (AKA Rocky) investigates family secrets and murder.


Twin sisters Rocky and Bridget soon find themselves facing another shocking mystery when Hollywood visits the Sierra Foothills.


Their aunt and uncle, both famous movie stars they haven’t seen since their mother’s funeral, are in town to film a movie. Forced into family togetherness, Rocky takes them on a tour of her boxing gym, which wasn’t supposed to include a dead body.


When her beloved coach, Cutter, is arrested for the murder, Rocky refuses to believe he’s guilty. Driven to clear his name, she embarks on a dangerous investigation that leads her into a web of secrets, lies, and unexpected betrayals. As the stakes get higher and the killer’s motives become more twisted, Rocky realizes she may be fighting for more than just the truth—she may be fighting for her own life.

 


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Karen A. Phillips enjoys writing mysteries, MG/YA fantasy, and poetry. She resides in Northern California, and is a proud member of Sisters In Crime and Willamette Writers.

. . . and yes, she does take boxing lessons.

Visit her at KarenAPhillips.com.

 


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Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Date Published: 04-22-2025

Publisher: Galaxy Press






















 

This anthology blends science fiction, fantasy, and literary brilliance, showcasing thrilling adventures, fresh perspectives, and thought-provoking themes. Paired with stunning illustrations, each story immerses you in boundless imagination. Step outside the norm and explore worlds of wonder—order your copy today!

 



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L. Ron Hubbard; Jody Lynn Nye; Tim Powers; Robert J. Sawyer; Sean Williams; Tom Wood; Seth Atwater Jr.; Randyn C. J. Bartholomew; Barlow Crassmont; Andrew Jackson; Ian Keith; Robert F. Lowell; Patrick MacPhee; Lauren McGuire; T.R. Naus; Joel C. Scoberg; Sandra Skalski; Jefferson Snow

Illustrators: Craig Elliott; John Barlow; Cam Collins; Haileigh Enriquez; CL Fors; Dwayne Harris; David Hoffrichter; Gigi Hooper; HeatherAnne Lee; Marianna Mester; Daniel Montifar; Breanda Petsch; Jordan Smajstrla; Tremani Sutcliffe

 

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