Scout Mourning Young Adult Mysteries and Thrillers
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“Nancy Drew meets Gillian Flynn. I love these thrillers!”
Do you love young adult thrillers and mysteries? Whether you’re a teen or a young-at-heart adult, the new Scout Mourning thrillers are the books you’ve been waiting for.
Amateur sleuth Scout Mourning leaves Wolf Lake to start college at the early age of 16. But when she arrives at Kane Grove University, Scout and her friends encounter chilling mysteries only they can solve.
Heart-pounding suspense and expertly crafted characters keep YA thriller and mystery readers coming back for more. Discover why so many readers love Scout Mourning and Kane Grove University, a creepy college inspired by universities in New York’s Finger Lakes region.
Each book is its own thriller and mystery. Read them in any order!
The Silent Hunter – Scout Mourning YA Thriller Book 1
A cold case is about to get hot.
Sixteen-year-old Scout Mourning knows what people are hiding. After graduating high school early, she studies criminal justice and profiling at Kane Grove University.
When a popular professor mysteriously dies, the university hides the truth. Seeking answers, Scout forms an amateur sleuth club with two new friends.
Are they in danger?
With a killer on the loose, Scout must decide who she can trust if she hopes to solve a deadly mystery.
Now the danger looms close, and every friendly face hides a secret. If Scout doesn’t solve the investigation, another victim could die.
And she might be next.
The Deadly Game – Scout Mourning YA Thriller Book 2
An investigation is about to turn deadly.
Scout Mourning works as an amateur sleuth at her college. Hired by the university, she just wants to solve a rash of thefts and vandalism plaguing the campus.
But when the police find the body of a troubled boy, Scout’s investigation becomes her most dangerous yet.
Who murdered the boy?
Mysterious signs placed around the university warn Scout to back off. Now she must track down a deadly enemy before he strikes again.
And this killer isn’t playing games.
Hit and Run – Scout Mourning YA Thriller Book 3
He’s as good as dead.
Scout is returning to her greatest nightmare. High school.
When someone strikes the star quarterback of the Kane Grove High football team with a car, the principal hires Scout to catch the driver.
But who will protect Scout when the killer sets his sights on her?
Soon the danger escalates and Scout realizes that the mean teens tormenting her are hiding dark secrets.
The police can’t identify the killer, so Scout has only one choice: catch him herself. Or become his next target.
If she doesn’t solve the mystery, Scout won’t survive high school.
Don’t Scream – Scout Mourning YA Thriller Book 4
Alone and hunted.
A weekend of partying in the woods is exactly what Scout needs. All she wants is a few days away from college. But a night of fun turns deadly when her friends start vanishing.
Is a predator in the forest?
With no way to contact the police, Scout must make a choice: hitch a ride back to town and leave her friends, or face her nightmare alone.
Shh. Someone is following Scout.
Scout has one rule for survival: Don’t scream.
I’m Still Watching You – Scout Mourning YA Thriller Book 5
He put her in a pumpkin shell, and there he kept her very well.
Everyone knows Scout Mourning’s story. The teenager is the most sought after investigator at Kane Grove University.
But she keeps making enemies, including a powerful professor.
Now Scout finds a disturbing message left in her dorm room.
I’m Still Watching You.
Is this new stalker part of The Vanguard Collective, the extremist group Scout and her fellow investigators exposed? What about Bethany, the bully Scout crossed during a recent case? And why is Professor Adler following her?
Someone doesn’t want Scout digging for answers. And now the stalker is playing for keeps.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q – Who is Scout Mourning?
A – Scout Mourning is a 16-year-old tech-savvy teen and amateur sleuth. A car accident left Scout paralyzed below the waist, but she regained her ability to walk and became a sought-after crime investigator. Scout Mourning was first introduced in the Wolf Lake thrillers and mysteries and the Thomas Shepherd mystery series.
Q – Which age range is this thriller series appropriate for?
A – I recommend the Scout Mourning series for ages 12 and up. While these thrillers are appropriate for teens, countless adults tell me they love these books.
Q – What can I expect from the Scout Mourning thriller series?
A – The Scout Mourning books have been called “Nancy Drew meets Gillian Flynn,” and I agree. Expect mystery, suspense, and plenty of chills. And just as importantly, these thrillers and mysteries teach valuable lessons about friendship and taking the high road.
Q – Are all of the characters from the Wolf Lake and Thomas Shepherd books in this new series?
A – Yes! LeVar Hopkins is a co-star in the Scout Mourning series. All your favorite characters return for new thriller and mystery stories, including Thomas, Chelsey, Raven, Darren, and more. Plus you’ll meet Scout’s new friends.
Q – How many books will there be in the Scout Mourning YA mystery series?
A – As many as I can dream up. Readers love these stories and characters, and I enjoy writing YA thrillers. Expect a long series.
Q – Can I read the Scout Mourning YA thriller and mystery series with my Kindle Unlimited subscription?
A – You bet! If you subscribe to Kindle Unlimited, the Scout Mourning thrillers are FREE to read.
Q – What formats are the books available in?
A – Each story is available in paperback and on Kindle.
Q – Are Wolf Lake and Kane Grove University actual places?
A – Wolf Lake and Nightshade County are based on the Finger Lakes region of New York. If you are familiar with this area, you might recognize spots that were inspired by their real-life counterparts. Kane Grove University is loosely based on the colleges of the Finger Lakes region.
Q – Can I preorder the next book in the series on Amazon?
A – Yes, you can preorder the Kindle version today. Amazon does not support paperback preorders, but the paperback is generally available on the day of the Kindle release.