The Body in the Backyard

Riley Thorn’s life is never especially calm, but The Body in the Backyard raises the stakes by dragging her ex-husband back into the picture. Griffin Gentry, a vain local news anchor Riley would rather avoid, suddenly appears asking for help because he believes someone is trying to kill him. Nick Santiago wants nothing to do with the case, which only makes matters messier once Santiago Investigations gets pulled in anyway and a dead body confirms that Griffin’s fears may not be pure self-importance after all.

As the fourth Riley Thorn novel, the book keeps the series’ familiar blend of murder, romantic tension, and psychic mayhem, but this setup gives it an extra layer of personal irritation and chaos. Riley is forced to navigate a suspect-heavy investigation while dealing with Nick, her visions, and the increasingly unhelpful enthusiasm of the people around her. Readers can expect a fast, comedic mystery with strong banter, a case that keeps circling close to home, and a tone that balances absurdity with real danger.

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