Frank Atchley’s “A Birthday to Die For” – A Gripping Thriller Where Time Is Running Out

Author and retired homicide investigator Frank Atchley delivers a pulse-pounding suspense thriller with “A Birthday to Die For.” This intense and chilling novel follows a race against time to save a young woman from a deadly cult, blending psychological depth, police procedural realism, and relentless tension.

Dr. Paula Mitchell, a respected clinical psychologist in Seattle, is faced with a life-or-death crisis when her patient, Kae Carlson, reveals a horrifying secret. Kae, who suffers from multiple personality disorder, is convinced she will be sacrificed on her twenty-sixth birthday—just three weeks away. Through her alternate personalities—Connie, Maxine, and Cathleen—Dr. Mitchell learns that Kae was raped at thirteen by the High Priest of a satanic cult. A miscarriage prevented the intended ritual sacrifice, and now Kae believes she must take the place of the lost child.

Desperate to protect Kae, Dr. Mitchell turns to law enforcement, bringing Homicide Detective Jerry Riggs onto the case. But as Riggs and his partner pursue the elusive cult, leads vanish, witnesses disappear, and time is running out. The cult grows more desperate, and the threat to Kae’s life intensifies. Will they uncover the location of the ceremony in time to prevent a tragic fate?

Suspenseful, dark, and relentlessly engaging, “A Birthday to Die For” keeps readers on the edge of their seats as the hunt for truth and justice unfolds. This novel was among the books featured at the 2017 American Library Association Annual event, further solidifying its impact in the world of crime fiction and psychological thrillers.

Frank Atchley is a retired police officer with a distinguished career in law enforcement. He served twelve years as a homicide investigator before becoming an investigative sergeant on the infamous Green River serial murder investigation in King County, Washington. With 48 confirmed victims in his jurisdiction, the Green River case remains one of the most significant serial murder investigations in U.S. history. Atchley is proud to have been part of the task force that worked tirelessly to bring justice to the victims. Now retired at the rank of captain, he resides in Henderson, Nevada, with his wife, dedicating his time to writing and sharing his experiences through gripping crime fiction.

Get ready for a high-stakes thriller that will keep you guessing until the final page. “A Birthday to Die For” is available now at major retailers.

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