WHAT LIES IN THE CORNFIELD?

It’s just another stormy night at Jake and Mallory’s place. Wind, rain, thunder, and lightning shake the old farmhouse. Strange lights and sounds hail from dark clouds. And something drops into the cornfield.

Jake and Mallory’s marriage has its flaws, much of it stemming from Jake’s gambling addiction, but their love has sustained them through the worst trials. Counselling and group therapy are helping them to rebuild trust in each other. Now they are providing the venue for their best friends’ wedding and renovating their home in anticipation of a new baby. Just as things seem to be perfect, anxiety-prone Mallory witnesses something strange in the night sky. Thinking it must be her imagination, she keeps her discovery from Jake. When she finds an unexpected object on their property, it leads her to question Jake’s honesty and the state of their marriage.

But Jake has other worries besides keeping his wife happy. Drugs, the cops, a missing friend, the bodies. Casino owner Dom still has a hold on Jake, even though he has repaid his debt. When Jake discovers clues on his property that tie him to a murder victim, he suspects he might be accused of one nasty crime. Caught between Dom’s demands and the cops’ suspicions, Jake struggles to keep his cool and carry out his responsibilities to family and friends.

Unless he can win Mallory’s complete trust and count on her help, Jake could face life in prison. Or it could be the end of his life. Is Jake and Mallory’s bond strong enough to withstand the mounting evidence against him?

. . .

“A tenuous marriage and the discovery of more than one dead body make everyone a suspect in this gripping, snappy suspense. With well-paced, punchy chapters and multiple POVs, What Lies in the Cornfield had me questioning everyone's motives. Not knowing who to trust and who might die next, I raced breathlessly to the heart-thumping, satisfying finish.” 

~ Samantha M. Bailey, USA TODAY, Amazon Charts,

and #1 international bestselling author of A Friend in the Dark

“Ivanka Fear's What Lies in the Cornfield blends suspense and emotion into a gripping story that follows deeply human characters.” 

~ Elle Grawl, Amazon Charts bestselling author

of One of Those Faces and What Still Burns

“Ivanka Fear has written a fast-paced, tense crime thriller that will keep the reader turning the pages late into the night. I really enjoyed the crazy twists and turns, and finding out who was telling the truth. What Lies in the Cornfield is the second book in the series and doesn’t disappoint. This is one crazy ride!” 

~ Joseph Souza, best-selling author

“Fear has once again proven herself a storyteller of remarkable talent, blending mystery, drama, and emotional depth into a narrative that is as thought-provoking as it is suspenseful. This novel is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a compelling blend of psychological suspense and domestic drama, delivered against the backdrop of a hauntingly beautiful rural landscape.” 

~ Gayle Brown, author of A Deadly Game

“What Lies in the Cornfield, the second novel in the Jake and Mallory Thriller Series by Ivanka Fear, is a twisty, action-packed novel that keeps you anxiously turning the pages to the very end. It's a riveting read, with a storybook wedding thrown in for a nice contrast. Fear handles the various twists and reveals skillfully and leaves you wanting more. You just can't go wrong with an Ivanka Fear thriller!” 

~ Kelly Young, author of the Travel Writer Cozy Mystery Series

and the Haunted & Harassed Paranormal Mystery Series

“Packed with action and intrigue, What Lies in the Cornfield will keep readers turning the pages, never knowing what to expect next. The plot is as complex as the relationship between Mallory and Jake, tainted with secrets and deception, but fortified by shared histories and uncontrolled passions. Trust is at the heart of this fast-paced thriller by Ivanka Fear, the second in a series. Who do you trust when no one can be trusted, not even your spouse? You won’t want to put it down.” 

~ Lori Duffy Foster, author of the Lisa Jamison Mystery Series

and Never Let Go, a thriller

“Deceit, mistrust and dead bodies showing up on your property, What Lies in the Cornfield by Ivanka Fear is a wild ride that will leave you astounded and begging for more from couple Jake and Mallory.” 

~ Sandra Rathbone, author of Skelee Boy: A Skelee Boy Book

and Skelee Boy and the Demon King

“Venturing back into the world of Jake and Mallory, What Lies in the Cornfield unravels hidden truths from a tangled web of lies inside a subtle and deceptive plot that challenges the reader’s expectations and leaves them guessing and second-guessing at every turn.” 

~ Renee Cronley, Canadian author of the upcoming

poetry book, Burnout