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The Midnight Train Called Judgement: A Detective Discovery and Detective Majesty Mystery

A.R. Lipscomb

Deon Discovery, a charismatic and sharp-witted detective with a flair for unraveling cold cases, returns to his Virginia hometown on the 4th of July, hoping for a brief respite. Instead, he finds himself drawn into a mystery that blends the warmth and chaos of family ties with the eerie chill of an inexplicable phenomenon. A family cookout turns into an encounter with the uncanny when Deon and his cousin Boo witness a mysterious ghostly train pulling into an abandoned station. The train appears to carry passengers from different decades, all frozen in haunting, lifelike poses. As Deon digs deeper, he uncovers chilling connections to his Aunt Gretchen’s unsolved disappearance decades ago. Gretchen, an influential figure in his childhood and the community, left behind whispers of danger, a toxic lover, and perhaps a warning of things still to come. The story seamlessly weaves humor and heart—family dramas, church scandals, and nostalgic moments—with a tense, escalating investigation into the town's dark past. The midnight train becomes a symbol of judgment, dredging up long-buried secrets and forcing Deon to confront the sins of others and his own. Through engaging characters, vivid settings, and a mix of supernatural and detective elements, The Midnight Train Called Judgement is a gripping exploration of justice, redemption, and the lingering ties of family history.

GenresLiterature & FictionMystery, Thriller & SuspenseThrillers & SuspensePsychological ThrillersSuspenseSupernatural

166 pages, 2 editions

English edition · First published 2025 by A.R. Lipscomb · ISBN 9798899797101

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2 editions

English

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