Told from multiple points of view, this psychological thriller shows people connected by the same crime. When carefully built lives begin to crumble, how far will each of them go to bury the truth and protect their loved ones? It all starts with a stranger's promise: we will take care of you... Holly Kendrick's husband is dead. She saw everything with her own eyes. In an instant, the accident turned the measured life of Holly and her seventeen-year-old daughter Savannah upside down. Suddenly, the lawyer of the guilty party makes them an offer they cannot refuse: money and a luxurious house in exchange for silence. The sudden appearance of a mother and daughter in a respectable area of the small town of Calabasas arouses curiosity among the neighbors. The rumors become more and more annoying, and this begins to frighten Holia and Savannah. They have a secret, but they are not the only ones in the area who have something to hide.__________________________________________________________ “Susan Walter's debut novel is so full of surprises that it must come with a warning. From its bold, original premise to its shocking ending, you'll never quite figure out the plot twist until you turn the page. I can’t wait for her next book!” – William Bruce Cameron, international bestselling author of A Dog's Life and Purpose “Susan Walter has created a masterful puzzle of a story that feeds you piece by piece. With a wonderfully unique premise, well-developed and connected characters with their own flaws, and a mind-blowing ending, I couldn't put this book down. Five Stars!" – Sawyer Bennett, New York Times bestselling author “Susan Walter's debut novel is a masterfully crafted thriller with high tension and clever twists, but also plenty of heart and soul. An incredibly gripping and poignant look at what happens when good people do bad things and the unimaginable consequences of one tragic event. This is an amazing read." – Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times film critic “A thriller set in Los Angeles? Yes please! Almost Dead is a fun, fast-paced ride through the Hollywood suburbs. As they say, hiding information is sometimes worse than the crime itself. I couldn’t tear myself away!” – Dr. Judy Melinek, forensic scientist and author of You're Dead, Buddy “Almost Dead had me holding my breath through every thrilling twist and turn, right up until the absolutely explosive finale. The themes of love, wealth, personal responsibility, life and death are boldly tackled, making the book a pure pleasure to read and a brilliant debut.” – Althea Black, American writer