Twins

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Released 13th February 2026

Twins is a serial killer story like no other……..

Chicago detective Doug ‘Sharkey’ Bremner and his partner, Pepe Aloise, are confronted with a hideously brutal murder in an alley beside a bar on January 13th. The main suspect, Maurice, met the victim earlier that day. Maurice’s identical twin brother, Roland, provides an alibi, but Sharkey cannot shake the feeling that Maurice is somehow responsible. There is no evidence – just his cop’s instinct.

Two equally bizarre killings took place in the previous months on the same date. The detectives believe they are the work of a manic serial killer murdering victims every thirteenth of the month. While Pepe is not convinced, Sharkey knows in his heart the murderer is Maurice, but cannot prove it.

February 13th is getting closer, and Sharkey knows there will be another killing. But with nothing connecting the three victims and no evidence to arrest Maurice, Sharkey must take matters into his own hands, which leads to a horrific discovery.

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I am humbled by this amazing review from N.N.Light:

5 out of 5 stars
This slightly gruesome thriller is perfect for fans of Thomas Harris
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2026
Format: Kindle
A fast-paced and slightly gruesome story, perfect for fans of Thomas Harris.

In the hustle and bustle of Chicago, a pair of demented identical twins—Maurice and Roland—play a bizarre game of one-upmanship. Detectives Doug ‘Sharkey’ Bremner and his partner, Pepe Aloise, are tasked with solving a brutal murder outside of a bar. The victim was last seen with Maurice, and Sharkey can’t shake the feeling that there is something amiss about him and his twin, even though they appear to have an alibi.

The characters are distinctive, especially the twins, Maurice and Roland, with their contrasting styles and dark personalities. Their unpredictable behavior drives the story, keeping the reader on their toes, wondering what they’ll do next. Sharkey is an interesting and sharp detective who does a great job provoking reactions as he unravels the path to finding the murderer.

With the novella length of the book, the accelerated pacing works well to achieve a full and complete story with an interesting twist at the end. The descriptive parts of the narrative are succinct, but with the right amount of detail to paint a picture of the characters and establish a creepy, unpredictable atmosphere.

Overall, this is a great book for readers who enjoy sharp, punchy, and creepy killer storylines.