The Hidden River: A Murder in the Everglades

In the Everglades, a senseless murder unearths long-buried secrets.

"This is a winner." --Publishers Weekly

When artist Hezekiah Freeman is found drowned in the shallow waters of Everglades National Park, Special Agent Alison Nance and Clarence Johnson are tasked with uncovering the truth behind his death. What initially seems like a tragic accident soon reveals itself to be part of a larger, more intricate conspiracy.

As they begin their investigation, Clarence and Alison discover that Hezekiah's artwork holds more than his artistic genius. Beneath layers of paint lay cryptic clues to a hidden history that some want to keep buried. The details suggest that Hezekiah was searching for something within the park, something that might have led to his untimely death.

With each step closer to finding answers, the danger intensifies, forcing Johnson and Nance to untangle the connections between the murder and stories that the Everglades have long held.

In The Hidden River, Mark Thielman crafts a riveting narrative where the past and present intertwine in a captivating dual timeline novel. Perfect for fans of Dan Brown and Gary McAvoy.

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Praise for The Hidden River and the Johnson and Nance Mysteries:

"Thielman intertwines history with the atmospheric ambiance of southern Florida to create an intriguing mystery." --Library Journal

"Beautifully written, slyly crafted." --Jane K. Cleland, Agatha Award winning author

"One fantastic read!" --Bruce Robert Coffin, international bestselling coauthor of The Turner and Mosley Files

"...a masterful blend of historical intrigue and contemporary mystery." --Gary McAvoy, bestselling author of The Magdalene Deception

Author: Mark Thielman
Publisher: Severn River Publishing
Published: 10/21/2025
Pages: 302
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 8.96h x 6.12w x 0.91d
ISBN: 9781648756511


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 08/25/2025
Library Journal 09/01/2025 pg. 59

About the Author
Award-winning author Mark Thielman has published short stories and novellas in Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine, Black Cat Weekly, and Mystery Magazine, as well as numerous anthologies. He draws upon his career as both a criminal magistrate judge and as a prosecutor in his writings.