Neap Tide at Shem Creek

In a gripping tale of vengeance, a grieving family turns to a federal agent and the mystical powers of voodoo to hunt down the killers of their loved ones, navigating a treacherous path of betrayal, secrets, and dark magic in the heart of the low country.

As the investigation unfolds, the family uncovers hidden truths that threaten to tear them apart. With each revelation, the stakes rise, leading to a climactic confrontation where justice and revenge intertwine. Neap Tide at Shem Creek explores the depths of despair and the lengths one will go to protect family, blending suspense with supernatural elements.

Michael Linder, writing as Merv Straus, is an author from Elgin, Illinois. At 17, he volunteered for military service, serving in Korea. He utilized the GI Bill to graduate as a Rho Chi Scholar with dual degrees in Pharmacy from North Dakota State University. In 1967, he met his wife, Pat, and embarked on a distinguished career with the Veteran's Administration, ultimately serving as Director of the VA Medical Center in Wilkies-Barrie, Pennsylvania. Now retired, Michael and Pat travel extensively, which inspires his passion for writing adult novels, including Neap Tide at Shem Creek.