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M.E. Cooper writes fiction that offers readers a meaningful escape - an invitation to step into other lives, feel deeply, and reflect on their own journey. Inspired by a lifetime of travel and a storyteller's instinct for the emotional and psychological truths we all carry, these stories are rooted in the belief that every life has value, every voice deserves to be heard, and storytelling is both personal healing and a universal bridge.

Telling bold, redemptive stories that inspire dreams'€”at any age, against any odds.

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\"Nothing else mattered. As long as there was music, everything was right with the world. When the music stopped; that’s when bad things would happen.\"

In a city where every note of a jazz record tells a story of pain and passion, Raymond, a troubled son haunted by abuse and obsessed with music, is compelled to confront his tumultuous past.

When his mother Genevieve reappears and a string of mysterious disappearances rock New Orleans, every shadow whispers secrets of revenge and family betrayal.

With lives hanging in the balance and murder lurking amid the smoky back alleys of a forgotten boardinghouse, Raymond’s darkest impulses may be the key to saving - or destroying - everything he once loved.

For fans of atmospheric historical thrillers, \"Between The Beats\" is a must-read. With its rich setting and complex characters, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Don't miss out on this gripping tale.

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Grab your umbrella and prepare for a storm of secrets, lies, and danger in the sultry streets of 1920s New Orleans.

Raymond is haunted by a troubled past, desperate to escape the pain of his childhood. But when his mother disappears and his father's abuse continues, he turns to his love for music as a source of solace.

Meanwhile, Delphine is struggling to keep her own secrets hidden. As she watches her friends and loved ones from afar, she knows that the burden of her knowledge is becoming too heavy to bear. How much longer can she keep up the facade before her suspicions lead to deadly consequences?

But in a city known for its vibrant music and wild parties, danger lurks in every corner. Can Raymond and Delphine uncover the truth and save themselves before it's too late? Or will they become the next victims in a web of deceit and murder?

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Gambling On A Dream - a story about dreams, deception, and the fine line between right and almost-right.

In the neon-lit underbelly of Las Vegas, one aspiring musician's shot at stardom becomes a dangerous dance with the devil.

When small-town guitarist Neil Evans arrives in Las Vegas, he thinks he's just one lucky break away from his big musical breakthrough. Landing a gig at the prestigious Crossroads Casino seems like the first step in his dream of stardom, especially with his uncle Frank watching his back as head of security.

But as Neil dives deeper into the glittering world of Sin City, he discovers that every spotlight casts a shadow.

Between corrupt casino owners, mysterious criminal plots, and a seductive con artist named Sharon who seems to know too much about his uncle's past, Neil is torn between loyalty and self-preservation.

When his music career takes an unexpected turn in his favor and he learns of a priceless necklace heist, Neil must face an impossible choice: chase his dreams or betray his family and become another casualty of the city that never sleeps.

This noir thriller is a gritty dive into the dark side of fame and family loyalty. If you love pulse-pounding suspense, complex criminal conspiracies, and the intoxicating world of Las Vegas nightlife, you won't be able to resist this electrifying crime drama.

Grab your front-row seat to the deadliest show in Vegas now!

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In the neon-lit underbelly of Las Vegas, one aspiring musician's shot at stardom becomes a dangerous dance with the devil.

But as Neil dives deeper into the glittering world of Sin City, he discovers that every spotlight casts a shadow.

Grab your front-row seat to the deadliest show in Vegas now!

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