Smoldering Lies (Maddie Castle Book 5)

Name: Smoldering Lies (Maddie Castle Book 5)
Price: 0.99 USD
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Rating: 4.6 (9419 reviews)
Author: L.T. Ryan

by L.T. Ryan

Contemporary Fiction Mystery Thriller

4.6 (9,419)

4.6 stars from 9,419 reviews. One of the highest rated Contemporary Fiction books we track.

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Last checked: May 17, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You enjoy procedural mysteries where the detective uncovers layers of deception that go far deeper than the initial crime.
You like series where you've grown attached to the main character and want to follow her through another complex case.
You appreciate crime stories grounded in real-world motives like environmental activism and corporate corruption rather than fantastical plots.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer standalone mysteries where you don't need to know the previous four books to follow the story.
You want fast-paced action over investigative legwork and character relationships.
You're looking for cosy mysteries or lighthearted crime fiction rather than stories with genuine danger and high personal stakes.

About this book

Maddie Castle is drawn into a case involving a series of arson attacks targeting community developer Brandon Adams. As she investigates, she discovers connections to environmental activism, family conflicts, and concealed motivations. The investigation becomes increasingly dangerous as Maddie pursues the truth. She must work through layers of betrayal and corruption, with each discovery raising new questions. Alongside Tempest, Maddie searches for the arsonist's identity while confronting secrets and pursuing justice, uncertain whether she will uncover the truth or lose everything in the process.

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Currently on sale at $0.99 — 80% off peak. Price has dropped 1 time over the last 2 years.

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Currently #6,029 in the Kindle store — a top-10K bestseller. Sales have softened 27% recently.

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Currently 4.6★ from 9,419 reviews

Gaining approximately 451 new reviews per month. Reader interest is accelerating. Rating has dipped slightly from 4.7 to 4.6.

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