While normally a death in the family, brings people together, that is just not the case for Lonnie Grambell. After the mysterious death of his older brother, his rich parents decide to send him away to boarding school, cutting off all communication for the better part of a decade. Now on the night of his graduation, Lonnie finds his world flipped upside down once more as he receives a formal invitation asking him to return for the summer before college.Driven by curiosity and an urge for answers, he ventures home only to find that it is far from the family reunion he was expecting. Arriving at his parents mansion in the New York countryside, he is faced with a warped version of the world he remembered as a child. Bombarded with lavish meals, expensive gifts, and an invitation alongside his parents to the most exclusive and secret gala in New York, he feels that it all must be a dream.That is until he wakes up after the party, and finds himself in a nightmare. Balancing a splitting headache and a loss of memory, he comes to realize that he is in some kind of twisted underground maze full of hidden cameras, deadly traps, and unspeakable horrors behind every corner. Suddenly in a fight for his life, Lonnie must overcome all odds and best his captors at their own game.The only question is... what are the rules.

Ancient myths are history. Some secrets should never be found.Two centuries ago, a secret expedition shadowing Lewis and Clark vanished into the Idaho wilderness, leaving behind only rumors, a handful of cryptic journals, and one dying explorer's claim that he had looked upon "evil made flesh."Now, when a university field trip disappears in the same mountains, archaeologist Michael Rempart joins the search. Instead of finding the missing students, he uncovers a hidden world no one believed could exist.Beyond the modern world lies a forgotten valley where alchemy is real, legends still breathe, and a lost book holds the key to the Philosopher's Stone—and perhaps immortality itself.But Michael isn't the only one searching.Mercenaries, wealthy men desperate to conquer death, and ruthless guardians will do anything to possess its secrets. To escape, Michael must unravel a mystery that has remained hidden since the secret expedition first entered the valley—before mankind gains a power it was never meant to possess.Because this discovery won't just change history. It will change what it means to be human.THE SERIES:The Ancient Secrets novels follow archaeologist Michael Rempart as he uncovers relics history tried to erase—each tied to alchemy, forbidden knowledge, and demonic forces that refuse to remain buried. Each novel is a high-stakes thriller spanning continents, blending real history, occult speculation, and relentless suspense.From REVIEWERS:"A story of occult secrets centuries old and mortally dangerous ... highly recommended." -- Michael R. Collings, Ph.D., a leading scholar and lecturer on horror and suspense novels."Enthralling & exciting ... one attention holding, edge of your seat thriller!" AudioBook Reviewer"Don’t miss out... There was a definite Preston & Child feel to this book with a little supernatural thrown in for good measure." Brian Krespan, Brian's Book Blog"A story that manages to combine perfectly this exciting adventure with the thrilling supernatural aspect that will give you goosebumps" --The Audiobook Blog

“A slick story that combines gumshoe noir and extreme horror.” – Kristopher Triana, author of Gone to See the River Man"Mendes' novels are darkly gleaming puzzle-boxes that, once solved, reveal their awesome horrors."– Joseph Sale, author of Dark Hilarity.BOOK ONE OF THE COMPLETE LABYRINTH SAGADark Fantasy • Occult Noir • Western HorrorChinatown, 1910.A series of ritualistic murders are discovered six months after Max Elliot turned in his badge.Victims of the media-dubbed “Chinatown Surgeon” are little more than piles of flayed skin. The bones of each body were stolen. This torturous method of execution had only been seen once before and that case remained unsolved.Confident of a connection between the grisly crimes, police turn to the one man they believe can help.With the allure of closure to his own personal tragedy, Max Elliot agrees to reinstatement for one last case. But the clues lead the unstable detective down a path he never could have imagined.Follow Max as he penetrates a supernatural world of drugs, violence, and an ancient race of chemists whose hidden influence shaped human civilization.Enjoy this stand-alone horror noir novel, or step into the complete four-book Labyrinth Saga.What Reviewers are Saying"CHINATOWN meets HELLRAISER" - Goodreads Reviewer“This book is the perfect blend of noir with extreme horror and plenty of fantasy elements. I get some serious Graham Masterton vibes with Mendes’ writing, but in all honesty, you will never read another book like The City.” – Stephanie E. Jensen, author of The Howling of the Dead“Wow, it’s been a while since I have felt for a character as much as I did for Max Elliot.” – Paula Limbaugh, Horror Novel reviews“The City is a slick read, you’re never bored & the anticipation for the next visit to the ancient city is constantly high.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life

Following an accusation of being a necromancer with no way to prove her innocence, Detective Kirani Kinsley Ramons turns in her badge and flees to Dragon Heights, Wyoming for a fresh start.In Miami, few understand the difference between a necromancer and the descendant of dragons.In Dragon Heights, nobody cares.With weekly rains of unusual composition, dragon-kin and human alike vying for the right to become the next dragon in town, and magic lurking around every turn, there is no better place for Kinsley to hide her skills and history.But when the local brothel workers are attacked and the bodies of would-be dragons begin showing up with alarming frequency, Kinsley revisits her past and makes the painful decision to hunt the hunter for the sake of her neighbors and new friends.With her trusty carbunclo kitten at her side, she delves into the dark world of dragons and the city they call home to catch those behind the attacks before they can strike again.What she doesn’t know may awaken the sleeping beast, forever changing her destiny.

Now available on audiobook from Simon & Schuster“If this book doesn’t scare you, I’m not sure anything can.”Then Jesus demanded the demon give its name. And it responded, “I am Legion, for we are many.” – Mark 5:9As a wave of grisly, ritualistic killings sweeps across Los Angeles, the police have only one lead – a mysterious girl caught at one of the crime scenes. But something’s wrong with her beyond the feral rage in her eyes. It’s something deep inside her. Taken to prison, the guards and police learn she hides terrifying secrets even the prison walls can’t contain. Powers to move objects and compel people. To invade thoughts and dreams with grotesque horrors. And to raise the dead.And she’s picking them off, one by one.From the best-selling author of ‘Hell: The Possession and Exorcism of Cassie Stevens,’ comes a terrifying new tale of supernatural horror. Sometimes evil has a child’s face.What readers are saying:“This was a book that invoked horror at its most basic iteration. The story got under my skin, and I couldn’t stop thinking about.”“This is possibly the best thriller I’ve ever read. Gave me goosebumps throughout.”“I could not put it down! Read it in two days! If you want a fantastic read! Read this.”“Chilling! So good it’s hard to put it down.”“Haven’t read a scary book in a while and I couldn’t have picked a better one to read!!!! Grabs your imagination immediately and doesn’t let it go.”“As others have said, this is a very fast paced book which jumps right in and doesn’t stop! It truly embodies the “horror” genre, including murder-mystery, psychic abilities, the supernatural, gore and mutilation, the occult, the undead…”“It’s one of the best books I have read in a long time.”

On the outside, Ruby’s just another college student trying to survive exams and life without her parents.On the inside? She’s something else entirely.Magic has started showing up in Ruby’s life, and she is trying very hard not to use it. The bigger problem is that the dragon she thought was imaginary is back. Luke keeps popping up in her classes and causing mischief while she is just trying to learn like a normal person.Then Ty shows up, and things get worse. He is an annoyingly charming stranger from another world who immediately calls her what she is: a witch.He also has answers.And unfortunately… warnings.Ruby’s magic isn’t just rare. It’s wanted. There are people out there who would steal it, kill for it, and hunt down anything connected to her. Including her dragon.And the thing is, every time Ruby uses magic, something has to give. The universe always collects.Which would be terrifying… if she hadn’t also discovered that magic is weirdly useful for petty revenge. Like, say, fixing her ex-boyfriend’s “perfect” skin situation. Suddenly, survival feels a lot more complicated.And magic a lot more tempting.