In the Beautiful Dark
Melissa Paynes In the Beautiful Dark is a heartfelt delight of a story, often adorable, sometimes tastefully creepy and even bone chilling, certainly never predictable. Shes created a cast of lovely characters, led by the vibrant and determined Birdie, who remind us that its never too late to seize life. Richard Osman, look out, theres a new geriatric sleuth in town. Boo Walker, bestselling author of An Echo in Time
In the Beautiful Dark has everything you could possibly want in a novel: page-turning suspense, laugh-out-loud banter, an endearing ensemble cast of characters, and a long-unsolved mystery, tucked into an unforgettable setting. Melissa Payne has expertly crafted a moving, unpredictable novel that will keep you guessing and leave you smiling. The relatable (if nosy) residents of Sunny Pines found their way into my heart and will live there for a long time. Jessica Strawser, USA Today bestselling author of The Last Caretaker
What an unexpected treat this novel is! Everything from the characters to the setting to the twisting plot kept me off balance and loving it the entire way. In turns heartwarming and thrilling, In the Beautiful Dark has something for everyone. Suzy Krause, bestselling author of I Think Weve Been Here Before and Sorry I Missed You
The Wild Road Home
Fans of Andrew J. Graffs Raft of Stars, Catherine Ryan Hydes Just a Regular Boy, and Lee Smiths Silver Alert will find lots to like in Paynes tender and heartwarming novel about unexpected connections in surprising places. Booklist
A Light in the Forest
The authentic characters and their realistic struggles make this introspective tale entirely believable. Vegas resilience is sure to endear her to readers. Publishers Weekly
A Light in the Forest is a thrilling portrait of women finding their footing when all odds seem stacked against them. BookTrib