Lonely When You're Dead

"A darkly lyrical crime thriller with a riveting plot that constantly challenges reader expectations... The intriguing backdrop, impressively knotty plotline, and cast of memorable characters notwithstanding, Chaney's unique descriptive style is what fuels this narrative... Chaney ticks all the right boxes in this satisfying thriller, featuring nonstop action, complex plotlines, unadulterated brutality, a cast populated by shady characters, and more. The unexpected ending will keep readers thinking long after they've reached the final sentence."

-Kirkus Reviews

"A deeply original tale... (Chaney) produces a ripping plot-line pitting poets, drug dealers, and rival motorcycle clubs into a solid and enjoyable thriller. Lonely When You're Dead strikes the right balance of action, literary insights, and murderous designs that readers will find captivating."

-Independent Book Review

"Recommended for readers who like offbeat noir, literary mysteries, and crime stories with a crooked sense of humor. For readers who enjoy a mystery that wanders into smoky bars, busted lighthouses, bad poetry readings, and moral fog, this one has a distinct flavor. It's weird, sharp, and surprisingly thoughtful."

-Literary Titan

"Intoxicatingly refreshing... Lonely When You're Dead more than delivers on its mystery-thriller elements while stepping into the world of absurdity and satire."

-IndieReader