Lake County A Novel

Lake County A Novel by Lori Roy, published by Amazon Publishing in June 2024, is a gripping thriller set in the 1950s that intertwines the life of Marilyn Monroe with that of a young woman yearning for escape. The story follows Addie Anne Buckley, who dreams of leaving her small-town Florida life behind to follow in the glamorous footsteps of her aunt, known to the world as Marilyn Monroe. As Addie’s eighteenth birthday approaches, she sees a chance to fulfill her dreams when her aunt plans a trip to Hollywood, but her boyfriend, Truitt Holt, presents her with a painful ultimatum that forces her to choose between love and ambition.

Readers will find a narrative rich in tension as Addie’s decision sets off a chain of events involving the Tampa Mafia and a dangerous bolita game. The stakes rise as Truitt’s actions put both their lives at risk, leading to a desperate race against time. This edition, comprising 316 pages, delves into themes of ambition, love, and survival amidst the backdrop of crime and historical intrigue, making it a noteworthy addition to the genres of mystery, detective fiction, and thrillers.