The Room at the End of the Hall
Suspense
When rising star surgeon Michael Baker moves home to care for his estranged alcoholic mother, his life falls apart. One patient dies, another lands in the ICU, he loses his chairmanship, and the new chairwoman takes a nasty tumble on the roof. His mother cries murder, but did her alcohol-addled brain suffer one fall too many? Or…is he the cause?
A suspense story about mother/son tensions and failures, buried secrets, ruined life dreams, revenge, and murder.
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Reviews for The Room at the End of the Hall
A fast-paced, tense, character-driven, medical mystery thriller by a master of suspense.
Midwest Book Review
A gripping suspense novel that will keep you hooked from start to finish. This book has an incredible plot. It starts off gently, then builds into a steady, suspenseful rhythm. The deepening relationship between Michael and his mother adds emotional weight, and around the midpoint, the tension escalates as the race to uncover the truth intensifies. If you enjoy well-paced, character-driven suspense, this is a must-read.
Nana’s Book Reviews
Susan McCormick has penned an impossible to put down medical suspense… The narration is descriptive and emotional at the same time… The tension and stakes are high and propel the story. The intrigue and uncovering the revenge plot had me whipping through the pages… The characters, though, are what make [this] an unputdownable read… The strength of her writing is flawless. Fans of Patricia Cornwell and Daniel Kalla will love The Room at the End of the Hall. 5+ stars.
NN Light, Book Heaven
A gripping and intricately woven thriller that draws the reader in from the very first page… The suspense is relentless… I found myself completely absorbed in the story, unable to put the book down for fear of missing a crucial detail. The plot is smartly crafted and exceptionally well-written, holding my attention from start to finish. With all the right ingredients—suspense, mystery, emotional depth, and sharp storytelling—this book delivers a truly compelling read.
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