White Doves at Morning by James Lee Burke (2002) Simon & Schuster

Prepare to visit the untamed landscapes of the American South during the Civil War.  Burke, is a rich storyteller and uses vivid prose to paint a compelling portrait of a young man's journey through the Civil War and self-discovery as he grapples with love, loss, and the harsh realities of slavery and conflict.  White Doves at Morning is an exploration of the human spirit.  Burke's narration brings to life the intricate tapestry of historical events, blending them seamlessly with characters and the breathtaking backdrop of a war-torn South.

Little White Lies by Ace Atkins (2017) G.P. Putnam's Sons

Ace Atkins took over the Spenser books for Robert Parker's estate.  Little White Lies takes you through the deceptive underbelly of a small Southern town.  Secrets are buried deep, and trust seems a foreign concept.  As the story navigates a web of lies, it takes unexpected twists, and will keep you on the edge of your seat.  Atkins weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, exploring the consequences of deception and the power dynamics at play, while keeping the Spenser persona true to Parker's style.  The story will leave you questioning the truths we tell ourselves and the cost of keeping secrets in the pursuit of justice.

Shadow Lost by D K Holmberg 2017 CreateSpace by Amazon

Having forced a peace between three waring parties (in the previous book 3 of The Shadow Accords), Carth, our heroine finds a fourth party that is trying to break the accords.  Who are they and what do they have to do with the abandoned towns on the shores of the sea?