A Dark History

Nick O'Flannigan, an amateur sleuth and freelance photographer, arrives to photograph the state capitol building in Salem, Oregon, for Travel USA Magazine. Salem is a beautiful city, but the local mental hospital is known for its grim past and has become the scene of a new horror. His visit takes a sinister turn when he learns of a murder at a local mental hospital.

Uncovering the Truth

The hospital, notorious for past atrocities, is now the site of another crime. The police have arrested a suspect, but Nick's instincts tell him they've got it wrong. Teaming up with his old college friend, now a local reporter, Nick dives into the case.

In Over His Head

As Nick digs deeper, he faces obstacles at every turn. Uncooperative police, indifferent editors, and the haunting environment of the old hospital challenge his resolve. But a crucial clue puts him on the trail of the true killer.

A Race Against Time

Can Nick piece together the puzzle before the killer strikes again?

Slaying in Salem is the second thrilling installment in the Capital City Murders series. Follow Nick O'Flannigan as he battles against the odds in a suspense-filled adventure.

"This novella will grab your attention and reward you with an afternoon of who-dunnit!" – C.A. Ogt

"Curiosity gets the best of Nick, and the old mental hospital is really creepy!" – Audrey