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Discussing The Cleansing – Book Three in the Abbey Rhodes Mystery Series
Episode Overview
In this episode, Mitchell S. Karnes joins Neil Haley to discuss the upcoming release of The Cleansing, the third novel in the Abbey Rhodes Mystery Series.
Set for release in late January, The Cleansing marks a turning point in the series — introducing a full serial-killer arc, heightened psychological tension, and deeper personal stakes for lead detective Abbey Rhodes.
Originally titled The Curse, the novel evolved as Karnes wrote — revealing a deeper thematic truth:
“It became clear this wasn’t a curse… it was a cleansing.”
Key elements include:
A serial killer operating…
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