The Midnight Caller

By Linda Carrol

In the tranquil coastal town of Seaview, the soothing voice of radio host Sam Parker has long been a comforting presence to his late-night listeners. But when a series of eerie calls predict brutal murders that come true, the town's peace is shattered. As fear grips the community, Sam finds himself at the center of a deadly game, with a mysterious caller targeting his listeners one by one.

Teaming up with the tenacious Detective Rachel Moore, Sam delves into Seaview's dark past, uncovering secrets that link the victims and point to a sinister conspiracy. With each clue, they inch closer to unmasking the Midnight Caller, a killer driven by a twisted sense of justice.

As the body count rises, Sam and Rachel race against time to protect the town and bring the murderer to justice. But the Midnight Caller is always one step ahead, and the next victim could be someone very close to Sam.

"The Midnight Caller" is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, filled with twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. In a town where everyone has secrets, who can you trust?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Kindred Souls Press
• Release date: Jun 27, 2024
• ISBN: 9798227943200

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Introduction

The small coastal town of Seaview had always been a quiet place, where the most exciting events were the annual seafood festival and the occasional high school football game. Nestled between rugged cliffs and the vast ocean, Seaview was a town where everyone knew each other, and secrets were as rare as a calm sea during a storm.

Sam Parker, a well-known radio host, had been the voice of Seaview's late-night show for years. His deep, soothing voice had a way of calming the residents, providing them with a sense of comfort as they drifted off to sleep. Every night, from his small studio at WSEA, Sam would take calls from listeners, playing their favorite songs and engaging in light-hearted banter. It was a job he loved, and he couldn't imagine doing anything else.

But life in Seaview was about to change in ways no one could have predicted. It started with a call one fateful night, a call that sent shivers down Sam's spine. The caller, whose voice was distorted and unrecognizable, predicted a murder that would occur within the next 24 hours. At first, Sam thought it was a prank, a sick joke played by someone with too much time on their hands. But when a body was found the next day, exactly as described by the mysterious caller, Sam realized that Seaview was facing a nightmare unlike any other.

As the weeks went by, more calls came in, each one predicting a new murder with chilling accuracy. The police were baffled, unable to trace the calls or find any solid leads. The town was gripped by fear, and Sam found himself at the center of the investigation. The killer seemed to have a personal vendetta against him, targeting his listeners and leaving cryptic messages that pointed directly to Sam.

With the help of Detective Rachel Moore, a seasoned investigator with a no-nonsense attitude, Sam began to piece together the clues left by the killer. They discovered a web of secrets hidden beneath Seaview's serene surface, secrets that connected the victims in ways they never could have imagined. As they delved deeper into the mystery, they realized that the killer was always one step ahead, watching their every move.

The Midnight Caller is a story of suspense and intrigue, set against the backdrop of a picturesque town turned sinister. It's a tale of a radio host fighting to protect his community, a detective determined to bring justice, and a killer whose motives are as dark and twisted as the night itself. As the clock ticks down and the body count rises, Sam and Rachel must race against time to unmask the killer before he strikes again.

In the end, The Midnight Caller is a reminder that even the most peaceful places can harbor the darkest of secrets, and that sometimes, the voice in the night is more than just a whisper in the dark.

Chapter 1: The Late-Night Show

Sam Parker settled into his chair, adjusting the microphone to the perfect height. The red On Air sign glowed brightly, signaling the start of another late-night show. He glanced at the clock on the wall: 11:58 PM. In just two minutes, he would be live, sharing stories, playing music, and taking calls from the residents of Seaview.

Sam loved his job. There was something magical about the quiet hours of the night, when the world seemed to slow down and the air was filled with a sense of calm. His listeners ranged from night shift workers and insomniacs to teenagers sneaking a late-night listen under their covers. For many, Sam's show was a comforting presence in the darkness.

Good evening, Seaview, Sam's voice echoed through the