The Dora Ellison Mysteries

Justice runs deep. So does rage.

Meet Dora Ellison: a complex, justice-obsessed heroine who doesn't wait for permission to right the world’s wrongs. Haunted by childhood trauma and fueled by a quiet fury, Dora is no ordinary sleuth—she’s a fiercely driven force of nature who takes on killers, abusers, and the broken systems that protect them.

Across six riveting novels, Dora partners with whip-smart librarian Missy Winters to investigate crimes that cut to the bone—murder, corruption, medical malfeasance, and deep-rooted social rot. Each mystery pulls Dora deeper into the dark corners of her coastal hometown, where danger is personal, and justice is never clean.

The Dora Ellison Mystery Series is grounded in contemporary America—where political tension, institutional failure, and personal trauma collide.

Drawing inspiration from today’s headlines, these character-driven mysteries explore abuse of power, moral compromise, and the quiet violence that often hides behind respectability. While the stories reflect real-world social and political pressures, they are not written to take sides. Instead, they present multiple perspectives with care, allowing readers to sit with the discomfort and complexity of modern justice.

At the center of the series is Dora Ellison, a woman shaped by past trauma and an unyielding sense of right and wrong. Her pursuit of justice is personal, relentless, and often costly—raising questions about how far one should go when the systems meant to protect people no longer work.

These are thoughtful, emotionally rich mysteries for readers who want relevance without preaching, tension without slogans, and stories that respect their intelligence.

If you love crime fiction that blends emotional depth, rich character arcs, and high-stakes suspense, this series delivers. Perfect for fans of Tana French, Harlan Coben, and John Sandford, these stories dive into the moral gray zones where heroes don’t always follow the rules—but they never stop fighting. Start the journey today—and discover a mystery series that hits hard and stays with you.