Classic Mysteries, Modern Suspense
An abandoned home on Old Briar Road has stood silent for over a decade — until Detective Finch Reese discovers coded notes hidden within its walls. As he pieces together the clues, a dark truth emerges, revealing a crime long concealed and the secrets people thought were lost forever. Step inside, if you dare.
"I enjoyed the characters immediately and felt like I knew them. The story has a good balance of mystery, romance, and thrills that keep you reading until the very end!" - Lindsey
Follow the Trail of Margo Dean’s Last Letter
A retired schoolteacher’s cryptic letter leads Detective Finch Reese into a web of decades-old disappearances across Ashbridge. With the sender gone and clues scattered, every step brings him closer to long-hidden truths — and greater danger. Can you uncover the story before it’s too late?
The Ashbridge Mysteries series grew from my fascination with quiet towns, dense forests, and the secrets they hide. Detective Finch Reese navigates these shadowy woods, uncovering hidden truths others miss. The Cabin on Mirror Lake introduces his first chilling case, while Echoes Beneath the Pines draws him deeper into Ashbridge's dark corners. Each novel blends realistic investigations with suspenseful twists that keep readers guessing.
The Man Behind the Mysteries
Step into my world, where quiet towns and shadowed woods inspire the mysteries I write. I’m Elias Coben, chronicler of Detective Finch Reese’s investigations, and I invite you to learn more about the stories, the cases, and the inspiration behind Ashbridge’s secrets. Get to know the mind behind the mysteries — and discover what drives the pursuit of truth in every novel.