The Sense of Death: An Ann Kinnear Suspense Novel

· The Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels Book 1 · William Kingsfield Publishers
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The dead will not be silenced—and Ann Kinnear will risk everything to uncover the truth.

Ann has built a peaceful life in an isolated cabin in the Adirondack woods, far from the people who fear or exploit her ability to sense spirits. But when Philadelphia socialite Elizabeth Firth disappears, Detective Joe Booth has few clues and nowhere else to turn.

What begins as a routine sensing-for-hire takes a chilling turn when Ann encounters Elizabeth’s spirit and realizes the missing woman was murdered. The trail leads to Elizabeth’s elegant Philadelphia townhouse—and to a husband whose wealth and privilege conceal secrets he will do anything to protect.

As Ann draws closer to the truth, the investigation follows her home, shattering the safety of her mountain refuge. To bring Elizabeth’s killer to justice, Ann must trust her extraordinary gift and face a threat that could make her the next spirit crying out to be heard.

Perfect for readers who love paranormal mysteries, atmospheric suspense, gifted heroines, and murder investigations in which the dead provide the most important clues.

THE SENSE OF DEATH is the first book in the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels series.

The dead will not be silenced—and Ann Kinnear will risk everything to uncover the truth. Ann has built a peaceful life in an isolated cabin in the Adirondack woods, far from the people who fear or exploit her ability to sense spirits. But when Philadelphia socialite Elizabeth Firth disappears, De...

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3 reviews
Kim Delaurentis
January 28, 2026
The story introduces us to Ann Kinnear, a fascinating and very relatable protagonist who possesses a unique "sense"—the ability to feel the presence of the dead. What makes this book stand out is how Ann handles this gift. It isn't a flashy superpower; it’s a heavy, often isolating burden that feels incredibly real and tactile. When a socialite goes missing in the Philadelphia area, Ann is drawn into a web of secrets that are as cold as the secrets existing in the house
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Nicole Collins
January 9, 2026
this was good i enjoyed it says book 1 so that means there will be more and i plan to read that one too. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. read that one too.
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Kathryn
December 13, 2024
I really enjoyed reading this book, it had that suspenseful atmosphere that I was looking for and enjoyed about the genre. The characters had that feel that I wanted and enjoyed the psychic element to this. It was a strong start to the Ann Kinnear Suspense series, and left me wanting to read more in this series. Matty Dalrymple has a strong writing style and am glad I read this. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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About the author

Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH, and Suspense Shorts as well as the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS. She lives with her husband and their dogs in Chester County, Pennsylvania and enjoys vacationing on Mount Desert Island, Maine, and Sedona, Arizona, and these locations provide the settings for her work.

Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH, and Suspense Shorts as well as the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS. She lives with her husband and their dogs in Chester County, Pennsylvania and enjoys vacationing on ...

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