Underground

A Novel

By: J.L. Hyde

Narrated by: Jessica Renee Ryan

What would you risk to help a complete stranger?

After suffering for years in her thankless and stressful role working for a restaurant group in Illinois, Lindy Michaels finally catches a break when her husband, Hayden, receives a promotion that will allow her to quit her job. The only catch? It requires them to move to Oklahoma City.

After relocating, Lindy spends more and more of her newfound free time with her online group of true-crime enthusiasts and even makes a real-life friend from the group, who happens to live in Oklahoma. The women quickly become close as they meet weekly to drink coffee and discuss their lives and the latest headlines. The peace is short-lived when they find themselves in the middle of their own true crime nightmare after a terrifying encounter connects them to the case of a local missing woman.

Just how far will they go to find answers? This heart-stopping debut novel will keep you guessing until the very end.

©2021 Jamie L Hyde (P)2025 Jamie L Hyde

Rave review

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J.L. Hyde is a masterful storyteller whose work consistently delivers a perfect balance of depth, suspense, and emotional resonance. Her writing is polished yet fearless, drawing readers into narratives that feel both powerfully real and profoundly moving. Each book reflects her ability to capture the complexities of human experience whether through raw, unflinching honesty or through the subtle moments of hope that shine through her characters.

Hyde’s gift lies not only in her command of language but also in her unique ability to weave thought-provoking themes into fast-paced, engaging plots. Her characters are multidimensional and authentic, often challenging readers to see the world through a new lens. Once you begin one of her books, it becomes nearly impossible to set it down; every chapter compels you forward.

With each new release, J.L. Hyde continues to establish herself as an author whose voice is both distinctive and necessary in today’s literary landscape. Her work is not only entertaining but also enduring stories that stay with you long after the final page.

A highly recommended author for anyone seeking writing that is gripping, intelligent, and unforgettable.

Great first book from J.L. Hyde

There ending was an interesting surprise and also leaves you hanging as what could happen!