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Book 5, Olivia Callahan Suspense

The tremors began at dawn—violent, betraying shudders that stole her consciousness. This time, the seizure left blood on the garage floor, a bemused realization that alcohol was not her friend, and an ultimatum from fiancée Sergeant Hunter Faraday: Rehab or we call off the engagement. His voice, steady as a sniper’s breath, named the facility—Woodlawn Acres Wellness Center. Safe. Discreet. But deep down, private investigator Olivia Callahan suspected the slick brochure he’d given her masked the stench of corruption.


Then, one afternoon, the glint of a syringe. The orderlies with dead eyes called it “stabilization.” Now, she’s positive the forces arrayed against her are unwavering in their resolve to preserve their secrets. In a chilling moment of clarity, she realizes that this time, her indomitable will and the ever-valiant Hunter Faraday might not be enough to save her.​

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About
Kerry Peresta - Suspense Novelist and Author. A professional portrait of Kerry Peresta, featuring the author against a backdrop that reflects her passion for suspenseful storytelling and her connection to the Lowcountry.
My Story

Kerry’s publishing credits include a popular newspaper and e-zine humor column, “The Lighter Side,” (2009—2011); and her magazine articles have been published in Local Life Magazine, The Bluffton Breeze, Lady Lowcountry, and Island Events Magazine. She is the author of the Olivia Callahan Suspense series, Level Best Books; and book four in this series recently released.  Book five releases in 2025. Her standalone suspense novel, Back Before Dawn, released in the summer of 2023, also by Level Best Books. She is past chapter president of the Maryland Writers’ Association and a current member and presenter of Hilton Head Island Writers’ Network, South Carolina Writers Association, Pat Conroy Literary Center, International Thriller Writers, and the Sisters in Crime organization.

 

After retiring from a career in advertising where she wore several hats, including copywriter, account manager, and creative director;  she and her husband  landed for good in Hilton Head Island, SC in 2015.  Kerry is the mother of four adult children. She and husband, Jim, enjoy kayaking, beach time, bicycling, road trips, and the scenic vistas of the Lowcountry.

Kerry Peresta with husband Jim - Author Kerry Peresta smiling alongside her husband Jim. The couple enjoys kayaking, beach time, and exploring the scenic vistas of the Lowcountry together.
Kerry Peresta with Her Four Books - Kerry Peresta is the author of the Olivia Callahan Suspense series and writes suspense novels: The Deadening, The Rising, The Torching, and Back Before Dawn.
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My Books
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The Deadening, Book 1

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The Rising, Book 2

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The Torching, Book 3

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The Crushing, Book 4

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The Shaking, Book 5

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Back Before Dawn, Standalone Suspense

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Reviews

Back Before Dawn is a fabulous read with relatable, fascinating characters and a plot that zigzags between the struggles of a single mother with an online dating addiction and a diabolical murder that lands on her doorstep. This book will have you turning pages until its very satisfying conclusion! PERESTA’S BEST BOOK YET! –

Susan Crawford, NYT best-selling author, The Pocket Wife and The Other Widow.

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Upcoming Author Events - A dynamic background image showcasing a bustling book signing event with Kerry Peresta. Join us for an exciting lineup of upcoming author events featuring readings, signings, and engaging discussions.
Upcoming Author Events
2025 AUTHOR EVENTS
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Thursday, February 27 | 6:30pm, Tio ‘s, Town Centre, Shelter Cove, Hilton Head, SC
Reading excerpts of new release and presentation. 
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Thursday, March 13 | 2025, 6pm, Open Mic at Pat Conroy Center 
 
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 | 10am-12am, Palmetto Dunes, Hilton Head Island, SC
Fun discussion about book one, The Deadening, at a book club!
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Saturday, March 23, 2025 | 1-4pm,  Local Author Day, Lafayette Square, Savannah
Annual celebration of author Flannery O'Conner, complete with wacky hats and parade! Forty authors with books for signing and purchase, tours of O'Conners available. A fun event for readers and authors alike!​​
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​Thursday - Sunday, May 15-18, 2025 | Sleuthfest Writers Conference, St. Petersburg, FL​​
Annual Southeast Sisters in Crime conference for writers and readers. Kerry will be presenting a workshop on author events, and participate in author panels.

Saturday, June 8, 2025 | Author Signing Event, 1-4pm, Barnes & Noble Pikesville, 1819 Reisterstown Rd., Pikesville, MD
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Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 | Book Launch Event, THE SHAKING, 1-3pm, Emrys Bookshop, 95 Matthews Drive, #A5, Hilton Head Island, SC
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Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025 | Author Signing Event and  Book Launch, 1-3:00pm, Barnes & Noble, 20 Hatton Place, Hilton Head Island, SC
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Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, 6pm |​ Art Walk Festival & Wine Down Wednesday with local authors, Village at Wexford, 1000 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head Island, SC
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Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 | HHP Country Club Author Presentation, 4-5pm
 
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025
The Art of Storytelling: A Panel with Local Authors, Bluffton Library in conjunction with National Novel Writing Month, 2-3pm.

Tuesday, Feb. 17, 6pm | "Get Lit Hilton Head Book Club" presentation

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