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James L'Etoile



Author James L'Etoile's crime fiction work has been recognized by the Creative World Awards, Acclaim Film and the Scriptapalooza Television Script Competition. Specializing in gritty crime fiction, his complex, edgy stories are fueled by two decades of experience in prisons and jails across the country. Realistic crime fiction requires an eye for detail while immersed deep within the darkest criminal elements. James brings these stories to life with his background in probation, parole, investigation and prison operation. An experienced Associate Warden, Chief of Institution Operations, Hostage Negotiator and Director of Parole, James is unique among crime fiction authors.
 


Genres: Mystery
 
New and upcoming books
Series
Detective Penley Mystery
   1. At What Cost (2016)
   2. Bury the Past (2017)
   3. Bury the Past (2017)
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Detective Nathan Parker
   1. Dead Drop (2022)
   2. Devil Within (2023)
   3. Served Cold (2024)
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Novels
   Little River (2013)
   Black Label (2021)
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Books containing stories by James L'Etoile
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Friend of the Devil (2024)
Crime Fiction Inspired by the Songs of the Grateful Dead
(Inspired by anthologies)
edited by
Josh Pachter
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Mystery Most Traditional (2023)
(Malice Domestic, book 17)
edited by
Rita Owen, Verena Rose and Shawn Reilly Simmons
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The Eviction of Hope (2021)
(509 Crime Anthologies)
edited by
Colin Conway

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Award nominations
2024 Lefty Award for Best Mystery Novel (nominee) : Face of Greed
2024 Anthony Award for Best Hardcover Novel (nominee) : Face of Greed
2023 Lefty Award for Best Mystery Novel (nominee) : Dead Drop
2023 Anthony Award for Best Paperback Novel (nominee) : Dead Drop


James L'Etoile recommends
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Man-Killer (2024)
(Gina Cototi Cases, book 1)
Lawrence Kelter
"A propulsive novel with an adrenaline rush of a story. Gina Cototi is a PI who's rough around the edges and everywhere in between as she finds the power of family, loyalty, and who has your back when it matters most. This Ozark meets Sopranos plot will keep you turning pages."
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Ghost Tamer (2023)
Meredith R Lyons
"Meredith Lyons' sizzling debut has a lot of heart and the perfect amount of snark. Ghost Tamer is a paranormal joyride!"
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Windfall (2023)
Wendy Corsi Staub
"Compelling, atmospheric, and deliciously twisted. Suspense at its finest."

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