The “Tales of Suspense” Series is a collection of e-Books inspired by the radio plays of the 1940s and 1950s that produced heart-pounding, hair-raising dramas designed to both thrill and terrify listeners for generations. Each tale is unique and not connected to any other, so readers can jump in at any point. Short in length but powerful in impact, they all feature twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end.
And in the Name of the Son: Story 24 in the Tales of Suspense Series
$2.99In the Name of the Son is a gripping psychological thriller set in 1954 Portland. Francine Avery, a poised etiquette columnist by day, becomes a relentless vigilante by night after a hit-and-run steals her six-year-old son, Mikey. Frustrated by the law’s inaction, she turns grief into obsession, tracking suspects with meticulous precision and a cold, jagged resolve. Blending maternal fury, noir atmosphere, and psychological tension, this standalone thriller explores how far a mother will go for justice, balancing love, madness, and vengeance in a haunting, page-turning story.
Dean G. –
“Clearly an ending I never could have predicted. Carole Carson is a fascinating lead in the story and is surrounded by an equally marvelous group of secondary characters.”
Janet W. –
“It was hard for me not to place myself in the middle of this wonderful story—a woman who no one believes with friends who are convinced she is going crazy. There was a frightening reality to this.”
Chris R. –
“Vivian and Violet have to be two of the best characters in any story. With them I was simultaneously caught between being endeared to them and being frightened by them. I couldn’t wait for them to reappear when they did.”