Creston Mapes

WINNER: Romantic Times Readers Choice Award for Best Inspiration Mystery-Suspense-Thriller FINALIST: ACFW Carol Award for Best Mystery-Suspense-Thriller “Anyone who likes my books will love Fear Has a Name.” —Best-Selling Author Terri Blackstock When a stalker targets his wife, journalist Jack Crittendon frantically races to uncover who the stalker is and what his connection is with his wife’s past. Meanwhile, Jack investigates the explosive case of a missing pastor whose apparent suicide may be much more than it seems. Could the two cases possibly be linked? With tension on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Creston Mapes demonstrates why he is a “Top Pick” among mystery, fiction and thriller lovers.

A Novel

Fear Has a Name

There Are Some Bad Seeds You Never Want to Meet A year from retirement and still reeling from daughter Leena's kidnapping, Portland PD Detective Wayne Deetz is called upon to check on a domestic violence case. From the moment Deetz and his friend Callie Freeland show up to help Sunny Carlisle, they are blindsided by a lawless toxic steamroller named Blaine Milligan. At a breakneck clip, things go from bad to worse as Callie is eerily stalked and her fiancé Tyson is lured into Blaine's web of evil and madness. While the city of Portland is being burned and dismantled by rioters, Deetz must race against the clock to protect Sunny, Callie and Tyson, and possibly even his own family. With tension on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Creston Mapes demonstrates why he is a "Top Pick" among mystery, fiction and thriller lovers. Fans of Ted Dekker, Lynette Eason, Frank Peretti, Terri Blackstock, William Young, Francine Rivers, and Colleen Coble will love this thriller from award-winning and bestselling author Creston Mapes. Reader Praise for the 'Signs of Life' Series ★★★★★ Non-Stop Action. Thrilling continuation of "Signs of Life." Who would have thought there would be a mastermind behind the mastermind of the terror attack from the first book? I loved the character development in this story, from Deetz's daughter, Leena, to the evil mastermind and her sidekick. By the end of the book, I almost felt sorry for the mastermind. But not quite. On the edge of my seat the whole time. ★★★★★ Mind-blowing! As usual a great story with wonderful characters. Suspense and edge of your seat ride! Can't wait to read the next book in this series. ★★★★★ Excellent! Suspenseful, real, edge of your seat reading that you can't put down. Another great read from Creston Mapes! Written with details and descriptions that make you feel like you're right there in the story. Can't wait for the next one. ★★★★★ Suspenseful! Strong characters and storyline filled with suspense, mystery, intrigue, faith and many twists and turns. Difficulty putting the book down. ★★★★★ Our Book Club Loved It! Creston has done it again! He draws you into the story with well-developed characters . . . I look forward to a sequel and other books from this author. ★★★★★ I have read all of Creston's novels and never been disappointed. This new one is another homerun in my opinion. The story goes back and forth between the two main characters in a very unique way. I don't want to spoil anything but I will say that by the time you get about half way through the story it really is difficult to put it down. I loved it.

I Pick You

They said, “He’s a nobody.” They were dead wrong. When reporter Hudson Ambrose hears an early morning call on his police scanner about an injured person at a bus stop on Las Vegas Boulevard, he rushes to the scene to get the scoop. His world is blown off its axis when he discovers a murdered homeless man with a bankbook in his pocket showing a balance of almost one million dollars. Should he wait for the police, knowing the case will get lost in reams of red tape, or swipe the bankbook and take the investigation–and perhaps a chunk of the money–into his own hands? With sirens bearing down on the scene, Hudson makes an impulse decision that whisks him on a frantic search for answers, not only about the mysterious dead man, but about the lost soul lurking within himself. Uncovering bizarre links between a plane crash, a Las Vegas pit boss, a dirty cop, and a widowed Atlanta business mogul, Hudson is forced to find out: who was Chester Holte, what was he doing on the streets, and why are his homeless friends convinced he was an angel in disguise? From the Trade Paperback edition.

Nobody

May 7 - Portland, OregonHigh school teacher Tyson Cooper is just dismissing his class when a student flashes his phone. "Another shooting, Mr. C."And this one is too close to home. Tyson races to Pioneer Square . . . but he's too late. The light of his life has been snuffed out-and so has his faith.Veteran Portland PD Investigator Wayne Deetz, two years shy of retirement, is charged with leading the interrogations. When he meets 19-year-old shooter Rogan Sneed face-to-face, his life is changed eternally.Will Tyson settle for anything less than the death penalty in the case against Rogan Sneed? He's bent on justice and will do anything to make Rogan pay for the pain he inflicted on Portland that rainy, haunting May day.

Signs of Life

Octavius Hunt: Refined & Talented Artist--or Something Much More Sinister? After the Portland terrorist attack, the kidnapping of his daughter, and the domestic violence case that almost killed him, Detective Wayne Deetz and his wife Joanie escape for a long overdue vacation in Sedona, Arizona, to make some monumental career decisions. When Joanie's childhood friend, Suzanne, acts euphoric and distant, Deetz and Joanie become suspicious of her boyfriend, the beguiling millionaire artist Octavius Hunt. The more Wayne and Joanie dig into Octavius's corrupt and scandalous background--and his shady partnership with Mayor Marsden Maddox and entrepreneur Timmy Kondore--the darker and more twisted Suzanne's reality becomes. When Wayne and Joanie dare to venture one step too far into Octavius's sinister world of drugs and pleasure to find answers, they find themselves square in the madman's crosshairs. With tension on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Creston Mapes demonstrates why he is a "Top Pick" among mystery, fiction and thriller lovers. Fans of Frank Peretti, Terri Blackstock, Ted Dekker, Joel Rosenberg, Lynette Eason, Susan Sleeman, Colleen Coble, and Christy Barritt will love this thriller from award-winning and bestselling author Creston Mapes. PRAISE FOR CHARM ARTIST "I was hooked on the first page . . . a fast-paced, enjoyable read. -- Gail Mundy "There's a reason Creston Mapes is an Amazon #1 Best-selling author; he's an absolute genius when it comes to writing suspense. In this new installment of Signs of Life series, Detective Wayne Deetz and his wife Joanie are on a well-deserved vacation in Sedona, Arizona. But Deetz quickly finds himself pulling back the curtain on the dark and seedy world of opioid addiction in all its ugliest glory. So much for a quiet vacation with the wife ... Once again Mapes takes us on a wild ride, and leaves us breathless to the very last page." -- Best-selling Author Diane Moody Reader Praise for Charm Artist ★★★★★ My favourite Mapes' book was 'Nobody,' by not anymore! This is a great book and now my favorite. The detective and his wife are interesting people and both are smart. He is cop smart. Highly recommended. If you haven't read a Mapes book my recommendation is to start with his first. ★★★★★ Once again Creston Mapes has authored a jewel. All of his books are spellbinding and hard to put down. I read this book in two days. It is a great book and I highly recommend it and ALL of his books. ★★★★★ What a great story! I couldn't tear myself away for long. What a small, scary glimpse into the reality of the evils of the world of drugs. And greed. And narcissism. This world needs Jesus SO BADLY and this book is a sobering reminder of that fact. ★★★★★ I love all of Creston Mapes books. They grab your attention from beginning to end. I finished it in one afternoon, because I was reading as fast as I could, to see what happened next. ★★★★★ I so look forward to Mapes's books. Hard to put down, suspenseful, and ultimately edifying in some way. This one was no exception. ★★★★★ In this new thriller in his Signs of Life series, Creston Mapes delivers the perfect blend of suspense and creepiness for a satisfying and fast-paced adventure. Couldn't put it down. ★★★★★ Edge of you seat thrills and chills! Octavius is pure evil and this time Joanie Deetz is to the rescue. I do believe this is Mapes' best novel yet.

Charm Artist

FINALIST: ACFW Carol Award for Best Mystery-Suspense-Thriller “A wild roller coaster ride! I thoroughly enjoyed Poison Town.” - NY Times Best-Selling Author Francine Rivers People are dying. Rumors are swirling. Some say chemicals from a local plant are causing the crippling cancer, yet nothing at the plant appears amiss. But when reporter Jack Crittendon’s long-time mechanic falls ill and he investigates, Jack becomes engulfed in a smokescreen of lies, setups, greed, and scandal. The deeper Jack digs, the more toxic the corruption he uncovers—endangering himself and those he loves. With tension on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Creston Mapes demonstrates why he is a “Top Pick” among mystery, fiction and thriller lovers.

Poison Town

You Can't Outrun Your Past - Even if You Were a Superstar Everett Lester, former front-man for the heavy metal band DeathStroke and one of the world's most recognized celebrities, has turned over a new leaf. The Living Water Tour will take Everett back on the road as he performs his music for a new cause - but he quickly learns that outrunning his dark and tumultuous past will be impossible. Everett's wife, Karen, has received news that has rocked their world. Everett's gambling-addicted brother Eddie and the rest of his deteriorating family greet Everett's new ambitions with hatred and disdain. And when the Mob closes in on Eddie, Everett and Karen are dragged into a nightmare-like world of unthinkable threats and diabolical violence. As if that wasn't enough, Eddie's son Wesley blames Everett for his brother's death. When Wesley hooks up with psychotic Tony Badino, the two meth-heads and their gang will stop at nothing to bring Everett down - and whoever else they need to take with him. Will Everett and Karen survive the aftermath of a rock idol's life? Before you find out, take a word of advice from best-selling author Bill Myers: "FULL TILT takes readers on one serious roller-coaster ride. Hang on!" With tension on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Creston Mapes demonstrates why he is a "Top Pick" among mystery, fiction and thriller lovers. Praise for FULL TILT "A gritty, realistic look at the dangers of meth." - Best-Selling Author Bill Myers "I've been waiting impatiently for this follow-up to Dark Star and it truly delivers! I plan on reading anything this author writes." - Best-Selling Author Wanda Dyson "Once again, Mapes has defied expectations." - Christian Fiction Review "A thrill ride...5 Stars." - Novel Journey "An awesome read! I couldn't put it down." - FaithfulReader.com "Mapes has earned a spot right up there with Ted Dekker and Dean Koontz." - HollywoodJesus.com "Full Tilt rocks!" - Focus on Fiction "A superb story from a gifted storyteller." - Author Mark Mynheir "Fast-paced, intriguing, and compelling." - Best-Selling Author Melody Carlson "Creston Mapes' first novel, Dark Star, was intense, gripping and made you want to tear from one page to the next. Full Tilt has the same effect, only the need to turn to the next page somehow seems infinitely more insatiable this time around!" - Infuze Magazine "Compelling and hope-filled." - The Road to Romance "Touching on themes of forgiveness, redemption, love, hope and God's healing, Full Tilt is a powerful read that shouldn't be missed." - 1340Mag.com "A must read novel for every age." - Armchair Interviews "An exciting, heartening novel perfect for everybody, but perhaps especially for that 'hard rocker' in your life who is searching for something more." - The Bookshelf Reviews, 4 Stars! "Fans will appreciate Creston Mapes' latest powerhouse." - BookReview.com "My son dove into Creston's first novel, Dark Star, and devoured it. This, from a young man who doesn't read much! I know what book I'm getting for him next - Full Tilt!" - Best-Selling Author Robin Jones Gunn

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