Haunted by a Broken Oath
A JD Wolfe Investigation / The HAUNTED Series / Book 1
by Dee Armstrong
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Pub Date 11 Nov 2025 | Archive Date 17 Feb 2026
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Description
A military hero is found hanging. Two boys vanish without a trace. Private investigator JD Wolfe must hunt a killer—while battling the ghost that’s haunted her since childhood. Perfect for fans of Heather Graham and Simone St. James.
When the body of a decorated soldier is discovered and two young boys disappear, JD’s world begins to unravel. The deeper she digs, the closer the danger creeps—not just to her, but to the family that saved her and the career that keeps her sane. These crimes aren’t random. They’re a message. And JD might be the target.
Once called Diamond in a grim orphanage, JD never felt like she truly belonged. She carries secrets too dark to speak—secrets tied to the night her mother died in a fire and the ghost that’s followed her ever since. This ghost doesn’t sleep. It invades her cases, her dreams, and even her heart.
JD has kept it buried for years. But now, with two boys’ lives on the line, she must do the unthinkable—she must let the ghost in.
Why You'll Love This Book
• A gritty paranormal PI thriller with a fierce, wounded heroine
• A ghost partner who refuses to stay silent
• Missing children, military secrets, and a chilling conspiracy
• Emotional depth, supernatural tension, and high-stakes suspense
• Perfect for readers who love crime thrillers with a haunting twist
A Note From the Publisher
This title blends crime fiction, paranormal suspense, and psychological thriller elements, making it a strong recommendation for readers of Heather Graham, Simone St. James, Lisa Unger, and Alice Blanchard. The story’s focus on a missing children investigation, a decorated military hero’s death, and a protagonist with a complex past offers broad appeal across thriller and mystery shelves.
PI JD Wolfe’s character-driven arc—rooted in trauma, survival, and an unwanted ghostly companion—will resonate with readers who enjoy emotionally layered heroines and supernatural elements that enhance rather than overshadow the crime narrative. With themes of justice, resilience, and buried family secrets, this title fits well in collections featuring female-led thrillers, paranormal mysteries, and suspenseful crime fiction.
Recommended for library patrons who enjoy:
• Investigative thrillers with supernatural twists
• Stories centered around missing children
• Ghost-assisted crime solving
• Haunted protagonists fighting inner and external battles
• Small-town suspense with atmospheric tension
Advance Praise
“Meet JD Wolfe—a tough, smart, quirky PI with special skills and a meddling ghost in tow. Buckle up for a wild ride!”
—DP Lyle, Award-Winning Author of the Jake Longly and Cain/Harper Thriller Series and Co-Creator of the Outliers Writing University
“Dee Armstrong is a refreshing new voice in action thrillers. Her new novel is packed with gut-gripping suspense, peppered with witty quips that had me chuckling, while her plot twists had me biting back a scream. Blazing brilliant!”
—Kathleen Baldwin, Wall Street Journal and #1 Barnes & Noble bestselling author of A School for Unusual Girls
“Haunted By A Broken Oath will grip you from the very first page and linger in your mind long after the last. Armstrong’s strong voice and resonant characters make this an unforgettable read.”
—Kathleen Antrim, Bestselling Author
“A highly eventful but fast-paced supernatural thriller.”
—Kirkus Reviews
Marketing Plan
MARKETING NOTES
• Author Dee Armstrong is an award-winning thriller novelist (Killer Nashville Claymore Top Pick) with an active and engaged reader community.
• Perfect for readers of Heather Graham, Simone St. James, Lisa Unger, Christine Feehan’s darker titles, and crime fiction with paranormal undertones.
• Strong hooks for promotional placement: missing children, military intrigue, ghost companion, and a fierce female PI protagonist.
• Ideal for library displays highlighting “Haunting Reads,” “Women Sleuths,” “Supernatural Crime,” and “Small-Town Thrillers.”
• Author has an expanding series (A JD Wolfe Investigation), increasing long-term circulation potential.
• Cross-genre appeal reaches thriller, mystery, horror-light, and paranormal audiences.
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