Lourey-a prolific author of mysteries, short stories, and nonfiction books-pays homage to both The Stepford Wives and Rosemary’s Baby as Joan is expected to comport herself like the loving and automaton wives in her new social circle. Right from the start, we know that something isn’t quite right with the town and a group of its most influential citizens. If Joan thought that only big cities like Minneapolis were dangerous, she is in for some big surprises in little Lilydale. After she is mugged on her way home, Joan (who is pregnant) agrees to move with Deck to his hometown of Lilydale. Joan Harken, the protagonist of Bloodline, is a journalist in Minneapolis where she lives with her boyfriend, Deck Schmidt. The suspense is there, though, along with aspects of a well-crafted psychological thriller. The only thing missing is a spooky castle. If you are looking for a good mystery, Bloodline may not be for you, as it’s a thriller than a mystery, with nearly all of the elements of a Gothic horror story. $15.95, paper $4.99, Kindle) is a mystery/thriller set in the small town of Lilydale, Minnesota, in the peak Vietnam War years of 19. Jess Lourey’s Bloodline (Thomas & Mercer, 347 pp.
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