“Fantastic detective novel . . . pure rush front to back.” -BookReader “It’ll grab you by the throat and squeeze hard.” – Charles Ray author of the Al Pennyback Mystery Series Irreverent private investigator Atticus Wynn and his idealistic partner Rosemary Sanchez will stop at nothing to save a damaged boy, even when it means taking on a pair of professional killers and a gang of outlaw bikers in this action-packed and gallows-humored first novel in the Atticus & Rosemary Mystery Thriller Series. Warning: Criminals in this novel are sometimes profane and/or prejudiced. When Atticus and Rosemary are hired for the seemingly routine job of finding Imran Khan, a runaway from San Diego’s posh Barrington Academy for troubled teens, the detectives quickly discover this case will be anything but routine. Imran wasn’t running away from the rigid rules of Barrington, he was running into the arms of an enigmatic beauty who goes to great lengths to stay in the shadows. As soon as Atticus and Rosemary learn of this mystery woman, they’re targeted by a brutal outlaw biker gang. When the detectives finally meet their employers in person, Imran’s parents,the pieces fall into place. They discover a family seething with rage, an abused boy seeking love, and a secret so powerful it shines a light on the dark world of dirty money, deadly spies, and double-crosses. The detectives will need all of African-American Atticus’s street smarts and war veteran Rosemary’s combat experience to survive as they race down a road of blood and broken people toward a showdown where the very boy they’ve sworn to save could be biggest danger of all. “. . . a page-turning,spellbinding, thriller with some witty clashes, out of the blue twists and turns, and an ending that will leave you flabbergasted.”- Vivienne Diane Neal author of Wicked Intent Review “Children from Dark Houses by Carlyle Clark is thrilling and funny at the same time. Nonstop action, gritty dialogue, and down-to-earth descriptions make this one mystery you’re not likely to forget.” – Charles Ray author of The Al Pennyback Mystery Series “The P.I. protagonists, Rosemary Sanchez and Atticus Wynn, are smart, inventive, funny and immensely likeable, especially Atticus. I can’t wait for the next installment!” – Cynthia Hamilton, author of Spouse Trap and A High Price to Pay “The author draws attention to the vibrant relationship between Atticus, who uses his wit when facing dangerous situations and Rosemary, who takes no prisoners.”-Vivienne Diane Neal author of Deception in Plain Sight “A great thriller, from beginning to end.” – Karin Rita Gastreich author of The Silver Web Series “. . . the standard of plot and writing is of the highest. I enjoyed this novel immensely.” – Diana Hockley author of The Susan Prescott Mystery Series “Here are protagonists you love to love and antagonists you love to see they get what is coming to them. Believable dialogue, non-stop action, surprises and fun along the way . . . think this author is off to a terrific start and he has a series that will keep his readers looking for the next installment.” – V.Williams “I will be picking up the previous books in the series. These are people that I actually liked. I could imagine being friends with them in real life. Recommended.” -Anna-Marie “This is a dark tale which contains laugh-out-loud humor. Carlyle Clark’s writing is fast-paced with unexpected twists. He skillfully creates complex characters. I look forward to reading further Atticus and Rosemary mysteries.” – Susan Carpenter “I really enjoyed this book, it not only had suspense, murder, intrigue, and love but it tickles your funny bone at the oddest places . . . I definitely will be buying the other books in this series.” – Roger J. Benz “It’s well written with an exciting plot that isn’t predictable.” – mr. waffleiron “I love Atticus and Rosemary and the chemistry between them and how well they work together.” – annamarie gardner