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The Outsider by Stephen King
When an eleven-year-old boy's lifeless body is discovered, all evidence points to Terry Maitland, a well respected member of the community. Detective Ralph Anderson leads a swift and public arrest, confident in their seemingly ironclad case. However, as the investigation deepens, shocking secrets come to light, leaving readers on the edge of their seats. King's masterful storytelling builds intense tension and suspense, forcing us to question whether Terry Maitland is truly who he seems to be. This compelling and unsettling novel showcases King at his best, keeping readers enthralled until the very end.

Dead Eleven by Jimmy Juliano
Willow Stone's world is turned upside down when she discovers cryptic words written in her deceased son's bedroom, leading her to the mysterious Clifford Island. Determined to uncover the truth about her son's death, Willow finds herself trapped in a strange and isolated community with an eerie obsession with the year 1994. As she delves deeper into their strange rules and secrets, she realizes that something is amiss on the island. Meanwhile, high schooler Lily Becker, a native of Clifford, grows tired of the island's bizarre traditions and is determined to expose their falsehood. When Willow disappears, her brother Harper embarks on a dangerous quest to find her and uncovers the sinister reality behind Clifford Island. Faced with the island's dark secrets, Harper must fight to escape its clutches and reveal the truth before it's too late.