Sam investigates the discovery of the body of a supposedly AWOL Korean War soldier encased in a concrete pillar.

The only way to stay alive is to listen when the dead speak... Sheriff Laine Stenley thinks he might just be losing his mind. Ever since he'd encountered the spirit of his friend's deceased mother, strange things have been happening. His sheriff's tin star keeps popping off, his Stetson tends to fly off his head at the most inconvenient times—and then there are the subtle caresses that remind him of a lover's touch... Something Laine has been without for years—since the violent murder of his partner—and figures to be without well into the future if he wants to retain his position as the sheriff in the small town of McKinton, Texas. Laine doesn't want to risk his career or his heart ever again, but he may not have a choice, not if he wants to stay alive. A man who listens to spirits, Severo has come to McKinton to deliver a message of danger. One look at the sexy sheriff and Severo finds himself in a different sort of danger. He's not ready to find a man who can claim him heart, soul, and body, but ready or not, the attraction that simmers between them is undeniable—and irresistible. Together, they will race against time, because something evil is coming to McKinton. Severo and Laine must learn to trust each other—and themselves— and listen when the dead speak.

Once you research automatic writing, a means of spiritual communication, you realize that there is a long rich history. This little book provides a very comforting and beautiful expression of what we will all experience once our earthly life is finished. It is a comfort and mind expanding. The family that produced these writings felt very fortunate to know the 'truth" about life beyond death. Read with an open mind and realize that these messages are a gift to those of us still on earth. Live in the knowledge that death brings higher spiritual learning, additional senses unknown in our physical world, and fulfilling 'work" not rest.

Secrets can be fatal. But so can the truth. When the murdered body of Lauren Shaw is discovered laid out on the altar of St Mary the Virgin church in Eastbourne it sends a chill to the core of those who have lived in the area for a long time. They remember another woman, also young and pretty, whose slain corpse was placed in the same spot 60 years ago. Dee Doran is as intrigued as the rest but focused on her investigation of the whereabouts of a missing person from the Polish community. The police weren’t interested but Dee’s journalistic instincts tell her something is amiss. But as she starts asking questions Dee finds the answers all point to the same conclusion - someone is keeping secrets and they will do whatever it takes to keep them safe. A chilling and gripping crime thriller that fans of Fiona Barton and Alex Marwood will love. What readers are saying about When the Dead Speak ‘Sheila Bugler presents a straight-forward plot that is highly intriguing & full of well-rounded characters, sprinkled with several red herrings & lots of clever twists & turns. Reminiscent of Agatha Christie at her innovative peak, this is the best crime novel I’ve read in 2020.’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was an amazing book. I loved how it unravelled from Emma’s diary pages, and the investigating of the murders... I was on the edge of my seat.’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I finished reading this at 2am because I couldn’t put it down. Anyone who likes a good crime story will absolutely love this.’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant, the storyline and characters just kept me wanting to read page after page...’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I need the next book in the series now!!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Between being possessed by an angry spirit and being accused of a brutal murder, Joey Stillman is in a fight for his life. He has no memory of the attack, but he remembers the bloody aftermath vividly. Since being arrested, he struggles with rage that seems to flow from his dreams and the patience and control required dealing with his trial. Help, for what it is worth, is on the way in the unlikely form of two elderly menone carrying a scrapbook and the other carrying an old brown backpack. Its time to let the dead speak.