Praise
Reviews received so far
PRAISE FOR THE SECRET OF CHARLEY GRACE
The Secret of Charley Grace combines the velocity of a crime thriller, the paranoia of a conspiracy thriller, the ideas of a biotech thriller, and the emotional pull of a found-family story into one ambitious, eventful ride.
Literary Titan
It evokes the propulsive, emotional tone of Logan or Sicario while also echoing the tender, high-stakes bond at the center of Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another. Like that film, this story pairs a resourceful, self-possessed teenage girl with a protective but conflicted father figure, creating an emotionally charged dynamic that feels both classic and current.
The Blacklist
The Secret of Charley Grace is a fast-paced thriller that blends biotechnology, espionage, and survival into an engaging story. Charley is a compelling young protagonist, and her journey from a sheltered life to becoming the target of powerful enemies keeps the tension high. The combination of action, mystery, and found family adds emotional depth to the story. A good choice for readers who enjoy high-stakes conspiracies, unlikely heroes, and relentless adventures.
Jianna Cummings
Part thriller and part madcap romp, the book is filled with a diverse cast of characters […] Kersey has built a dynamic and exhilarating story with the unlikely motto, “Trust the world to take you where you need to go.” […] An engrossing thriller about a race for survival with a motley yet lovable group of characters.
Kirkus Reviews
This story was beautifully written and has all the elements of a great thriller that will stay with you long after you have finished reading.
Alma Boucher, Readers’ Favorite
Colin Kersey creates a powerful thriller which will appeal to all ages, from teens into adult audiences…Librarians and readers seeking a revealing story of transformation and a teen’s search for family and connection will find Charley’s journey powerful, unpredictable, and compelling.
— Midwest Book Review
PRAISE FOR SWIMMING WITH THE ANGELS
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READERS’ FAVORITE
“You’re going to want to read this one. The thrills and thought-provoking themes shine in Swimming with the Angels, but it also does a great job with its cast of characters. Gray is Indian; Valerie is disabled; Kersey does a great job of representing both.”
INDEPENDENT BOOK REVIEW
PRAISE FOR SOUL CATCHER
ABOUT COLIN KERSEY
Growing up near a reservation in Washington State inspired Colin Kersey to write stories about fairness, underdogs, and spirituality. His debut novel, Soul Catcher, introduced a vengeance-seeking Native American spirit wind to a supernatural-thriller readership compared to Dean Koontz and Stephen King. His second novel, Swimming with the Angels, explored loss, betrayal, and the search for an Eden, earning Finalist honors in the National Indie Excellence Awards and the American Fiction Awards.
Colin holds degrees from the University of Washington and Western Washington University, studied with bestselling mystery writer Elizabeth George, and earned a certificate in Novel Writing from Stanford University. He now lives on the Southern California coast with his wife, Vicki.