Spider to the Fly A Novel
Spider to the Fly A Novel by J. H. Markert is a dark and twisted thriller published by Crooked Lane Books on September 2, 2025. This 352-page novel follows Ellie Isles, a true crime author who becomes deeply involved in the hunt for a serial killer known as “the Spider.” After discovering her likeness on one of the victims, Ellie is driven to uncover the truth behind her doppelgänger’s death, leading her to write a bestselling book about the case. As the Spider continues to evade capture, Ellie collaborates with her online network of true crime enthusiasts to create a database aimed at identifying potential victims.
In this gripping narrative, readers will find a blend of horror and psychological suspense as Ellie navigates the complexities of her investigation. The story delves into the chilling realities of the I-64 murders and the impact of societal neglect on vulnerable populations. As Ellie identifies multiple victims, her involvement with law enforcement intensifies, especially after her therapist is implicated in the murders. Spider to the Fly presents a compelling exploration of obsession and the lengths one will go to seek justice, making it a noteworthy addition to the genres of horror and psychological thrillers.
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A true crime author helps in a desperate hunt for a killer in this dark and twisted thriller from the deviously inventive horror author that Peter Farris calls the “clear heir to Stephen King.”
Perfect for fans of cat and mouse serial killer thrillers like The Butcher and the Wren and The Jigsaw Man.
Ellie Isles first became obsessed with the I-64 murders when she saw her own face on one of the victims. Identical to every detail, the woman wasn’t her, but she could have been. Compelled to discover the story of her dopplegänger’s death, Ellie wrote a bestselling true crime book about the serial killer, dubbed “the Spider.”
Four years later, the Spider still hasn’t been caught, and his victim count is climbing. Many of the bodies remain unidentified, but with Ellie’s online network of true crime followers, that’s slowly changing. Together they’ve pooled information to create a massive database that tracks people at risk of becoming Jane and John Does–the homeless, the drug addicted, and the downtrodden–with the hopes that if they become victims, they might at least be identified.
Now that Ellie has successfully identified multiple victims, the law enforcement task force tracking down the Spider pulls her in to help–and after Ellie’s therapist is arrested for the murders, she is more determined than ever to help catch the Spider.
With striking prose and a horror flair, Spider to the Fly is an engrossing serial killer thriller, perfect for fans of The Whisper Man.
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