The Dark Road

A novel by Kathleen Rhodes

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Shelly has been confronting the demons of her childhood with a psychiatrist for some time. From the outside, she seems to be holding it together—she’s married, she lovingly cares for her young daughter, Josie, and she manages a real estate career. But her hold on reality is not always strong. Tormented by violent scenarios presented by her imagination, Shelly constantly fears for the safety of her family; exhausted by her unrelenting panic, she has grown apart from Paul, her seemingly patient husband.

John’s mother has never been particularly maternal, or kind. Shadows of the abuse he faced during childhood cling to him, sabotaging his relationships and keeping him in the grip of fear. His buried feelings of anger simmer below the surface of his life, threatening to erupt in a vicious show of power

Their paths collide when Shelly discovers a shocking truth about Paul and heads out on a rainy Oregon highway. A tragic accident lands her in a coma…or does it? Shelly enters a dark and transitory world, where she chases a child ghost named Red who has haunted her for decades and confronts the setting of earlier trauma. As she fights for her life, she encounters John—who has a score to settle of his own.

This gripping psychological thriller from a promising debut author will leave you pondering the enigmatic boundaries between reality and the subconscious, and the profound impact of past injuries on our quest for inner peace.

Author: Kathleen Rhodes

Genre: Psychological Thriller

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About Kathleen Rhodes

Kathleen Rhodes is a debut novelist hailing from the picturesque landscapes of Oregon. A true native of the Beaver State, Kathleen spent their formative years in the community of Gresham, Oregon, just below the poverty line. Growing up as the third of five siblings, and ex-Mormon, they embarked on a journey of self-discovery, questioning conventions and forging their unique path in life.

Kathleen has worn many hats over 18 years working in the healthcare field. Notably, their experiences working in outpatient clinics, jails, emergency rooms, and addictions services have granted them invaluable insights into the human psyche, which now come alive in the pages of their novel.

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What Readers Are Saying

"The Dark Road - an absolutely intense and dynamic journey into the psyche, the metaphysical, and the psychological mind that will challenge even your own self understanding. Pick up a copy this Fall!"

- Marie Lafreniere

"This is a truly unique and intense thriller. The Dark Road gives a point of view from someone who struggling with mental health issues. The detailed descriptions the author provides completely captivate and transport you to a different place."

- Aly

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