Benjamin Bradley is a member of both Mystery Writers of America and International Thriller Writers. He's the author of the Shepard & Kelly Mystery series through Indies United Publishing House and his short fiction has appeared in literary magazines including Reckon Review and Flash Fiction Magazine. He works in public health and homelessness and lives in Raleigh, North Carolina with his wife, their cat Fox, and their dog Harper.

"This whodunnit expertly weaves the dangerous secrets of past and present in small-town Appalachia, delivering a jaw-dropping conclusion that's well worth your time. Bradley has the goods, and I can't wait to see what he cooks up next." --Scott Blackburn, author of It Dies with You

"Dark, atmospheric, and utterly gripping . . . Benjamin Bradley writes with fire and grit--you won't put this one down until it's burned itself into your soul." --Eryk Pruitt, author of Something Bad Wrong and Blood Red Summer

"Master storyteller Benjamin Bradley pulls you into a beautifully-written, compelling tale with his latest, What He Left Behind. It has all the elements mystery lovers want: an intriguing locale, powerful characters, and a puzzle that won't let go. A must read!" --Lisa Towles, award-winning author of Terror Bay and other books

"What He Left Behind masterfully blends the past and present in a small-town setting with chilling prose, a multi-layered mystery, and unforgettable well-rounded characters."
--Caleb Wygal, award-winning author of the Myrtle Beach Mystery series

"Bradley uses the conventions of a murder mystery to conduct his own autopsy of Oak Hill and its residents, and no one is spared. A worthy addition to the Southern Gothic tradition." --Christopher Swann, author of the Faulkner Family Thriller series​

"Bradley's latest is a good pick for readers who enjoy in small-town police procedurals." --Library Journal​

Publisher: Camcat Books

Pub date: 2025-04-29

Length: 368 pages