S.P.
CAPONE

From the snow-swept streets of Boston to the sunbaked deserts of Arizona, each novel is a journey through shadows, where love is tested, secrets are buried deep, and danger is never far behind. With every page, the line blurs between memory and mystery, between what was and what could be. Inspired by a life spent in law enforcement and shaped by the quiet heroism of everyday people, these are tales not of the perfect, but of the true.

About the Author

I was born in Newton Massachusetts, a suburb of the city of Boston.I earned a degree in Anthropology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Later I earned a certificate in Elementary Education from the University of Phoenix. I attended the Arizona Law Enforcement Academy and went on to spend twenty years as a patrol officer in the City of Scottsdale Arizona. Being a native New Englander I often use the City of Boston and its neighboring communities as settings for my stories. I have taken my characters to the streets of London, the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the beaches of Florida and the desserts of Arizona. Many of the characters in my stories although fictional are developed from people I have known and my personal life experiences. My stories shy away from using characters endowed with extraordinary talent as I feel most of life’s heroes as ordinary people. My writing has its foundation in a writers workshop I attended at Harvard University in Cambridge Massachusetts Having written eighteen novels followed by a lengthy hiatus I am currently working on both my nineteenth and twentieth novel. Currently I live and write in Scottsdale Arizona where I reside with my Belgian Shepherd “Sam” and my German Shepard “Abby”.

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At thirty-seven and widowed, attorney Shannon Keller Dwyer mother of a ten year old girl finds her life has become an endless series of late nights at the office and apologies for not being home nearly enough. It is only when Rina Sullivan confronts her with the unsavory truth that a she and her husband were having an affair and hands over a bank book with half a million dollars in her daughters name that Shannon realizes that her husbands death was not the accident that the police investigation led her to believe. Stalked by Clay Wilson an emissary of Simon Harcourt as he seeks to find the four million dollars that Shannon’s husband Mark stole from Simon no one is safe. Not Dale Linden, Shannon’s friend who is murdered, not her daughter Taylor, whose innocence is as much a weapon for Simon as Clay Wilson’s bloodied and loyal gun. Whispered Lies brings the lives of three women together in their quest for survival. Rina Sullivan who must flee the city to save her life. Lonni Harcourt who realizes her husband is more monster than man, and Shannon Dwyer Keller who struggles with the truth that the man of her dreams had lost his love for her. Whispered Lies is a story of deception, a story of crime and punishment, a story that reminds us in a suspenseful tale that the living innocent except a far better form of retribution than the dead.

Thrillers That You Have To Check Out

If you’re searching for your next fascinating read, it can be hard to choose with so many options out there.

Whispered Lies by S.P. Capone is a standout in the crime-suspense genre, pulling readers into a world where the author must think like both a protector and a predator. The story exposes the secrets in the life of a single mother, set against the backdrop of Boston’s legal world. This novel weaves a tale of tight suspense, broken trust, hidden betrayals, and a mother’s fierce fight to protect her daughter.

While many domestic thrillers promise it’s own twist, fractured loyalties, high-stakes danger, and gripping tension, Whispered Lies truly delivers on all fronts. It’s the perfect choice for curling up with on a stormy evening or whenever you need to escape into a world where every whispered secret can be a knife in the back.

Lies By S.P. Capone

For Lovers of Crime and Fiction

There’s something about Best Fiction Crime Books 2025 that keeps us coming back for more. Maybe it’s the thrill of the chase or how they make us question everything we think we know about ourselves and our world. But whatever it is, it has us hooked.

If you’re in the mood for a good crime novel, Whispered Lies is your next must-read. Whether you’re drawn to stories of hidden motives or characters forced to confront the ghosts of their past, this novel delivers with rich detail and emotional punch. Prepare to be hooked and maybe even a little haunted.

Whispered Lies

An Emotional Crime Thriller Novel

Whispered Lies is more than a title; it’s the haunting echo of a past that refuses to stay buried. In the world of crime fiction books 2025, this gripping novel by S.P. Capone brings a rare blend of raw emotion and calculated suspense. It’s the kind of story that leaves you breathless, not just from the mystery, but from the humanity of it all.

This isn’t just another suspense story, it’s about a mother fighting to stay strong, a daughter unknowingly caught in a storm, and secrets powerful enough to destroy everything. If you’re searching for an emotional crime thriller novel that blends psychological tension with real-world grief, guilt, and love Whispered Lies is calling your name.

The Tragedy of Shannon Keller

Cold winds howl down a quiet city street as Shannon Keller, a dedicated lawyer and grieving widow, carries the weight of the world and a briefcase full of unsaid truths. Her late husband, Mark, was more than just a tragic accident. Behind his smile hid a world of lies, betrayal, and stolen millions. Now, Shannon must navigate a life where trust is fragile, danger is near, and someone powerful is watching.

As shadows from Mark’s past come back to life, so does the danger to her, and her daughter. There are no car chases or explosions here, only the quieter, crueler kind of suspense, the kind that creeps in as you question everything and everyone around you.

Why This Crime Fiction Novel Feels So Real

The best crime novels do more than solve a mystery, they make you feel something. Whispered Lies is one of those rare reads where the suspense runs hand in hand with raw emotion. It doesn’t rely on shock value or cheap twists. Instead, it slowly tightens its grip, page by page.

This isn’t just about who did it. It’s about what happens when the people we trust most have the most to hide. It’s about motherhood, grief, betrayal, and the choices we make when we have everything to lose.

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Turn Back the Day

Having spent twenty years as a police officer in Arizona, Jack Granger, now retired, returns to his home of Newtown Massachusetts looking to leave behind the experiences that still haunt his dreams, and heal the scars that are vivid reminders of a past that refuses to let him be. Turn Back The day is a story of redemption the hero, as jack rekindles the joy of a lost love that drove him west.In the months following his retirementJack exchanges the desert heat for the hope of rejuvenation in springtime New England, and with that the salvation of his spirit. Jack learns that not only had he left the love of his life behind twenty-five years ago, he left behind a daughter he never knew existed. In his battle to capture the character of the man he once was Jack must fort face the life and death battle of sworn vengeance and retribution when a killer from his past life threatens all he holds dear. Turn Back The day follows Jack’s life from retired cop to writer, and from a small New England town to the western wilds of McCormick Arizona and back again. It brings him to the foothills of the White Mountains and the beauty of the lakes region of northern New Hampshire where the peaceful waters become the salvation of not only Jack, but the love of his family.

What Our Readers Say

Maria Jones
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I anticipated it to be your normal dystopian future story, however unlike most of these tales, it didn't start off with a large knowledge dump. The characters are interesting. They also take you on an intriguing roller coaster experience as part of what they do. After I began reading it, I found it difficult to put it down. The era and the major people were wonderful. Excellent! Instant interaction, building romance, greed, power, outright danger and a failing marriage. Everything is amazingly put. I wasn’t sure when I started but the storyline is outstanding and it quickly became engrossed. It was read-in-one-go book and sadly I finished it pretty quickly. It was difficult for me to stop beyond halfway except to go to sleep. The building suspense seemed never ending. I will be looking forward to read more from Stephen Paul and I definitely suggest reading this book! Two cheers for it.
Eric Wright
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The plot is lengthy and it moves along nicely. Each scene is comparable to a thread being gradually dragged tighter and tighter in a tapestry until the grand finale, when we finally see the big image and how everything fits together. To maintain track of all the numerous plot lines and make sure they intersect at the appropriate times, the writing is brilliant. This book is stunning! I was hesitant to open it for fear of ruining it in some way, but my curiosity eventually won out and I had a peek inside. It really is lovely. For anyone with young children, I'm sure it would be a family heirloom! Even if all of my children and grandchildren are adults, I still want to cherish it! I adore the narrative so much. It was one of the best and I got hooked as soon as I began reading it.
John Matthew
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It was an excellent read. I had to work tonight, but I was eager to find out how it would all end. The plot was so intriguing therefore I'm delighted to know how it would end. Paul is the best storyteller there is. This is a tale of betrayal, family, and love, with trust and hope ultimately triumphing. He clearly illustrates how falsehoods, hatred, greed, and intolerance have an adverse effect on the lives of those affected by them. His characters are incredibly convincing and each have their own distinct personalities that interact to create a compelling narrative. The plot was so compelling that I can't put the book down since I'm so absorbed in another world and desperately wishing for a nice ending. It was well worth staying up late to read and getting up sluggish the next morning! An essential work by Stephen Paul. Never give up writing!
Saumurois
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A penny for your thoughts" is an exciting read. From the very first page, the story takes you through a series of twists and turns which kept my mind wanting more. The intrigue(s) kept me on the edge of every page...enough that I finished the books in a couple of evenings. Can't wait to see what is in store for Capone's next book.
L O'C
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Suspense galore! A fast moving story with twists around every corner! Was hooked right away by the author. Watching for more from him!
Amazon Customer
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Well written and you can tell the author is familiar with subject matter. Starts off with a major event and keeps building from there. Just when you think you know where this ride is going it corkscrews on you. Couldn’t ask for more from a nice easy and captivating weekend read! Look forward to more.
JenniferK
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A good thriller full of bad guys and action! I enjoyed this book and the characters in it. It was fast paced and full of really good bad guys.
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