Craig E. Ritchie
The Author, Craig Ritchie
specializes in fiction works
such as suspense thrillers and family dramas,
New Release 2024
A Fall From Grace
Dramedy
My Father’s Son
Psychological Thriller
Craig E. Ritchie
Author
A Fall From Grace
Family Secrets Unravel in a Tense Drama: Wealth, Betrayal, and a Mysterious Death Stir Up a Perfect Storm in an Elite New York Family.
In A Fall from Grace, we delve into the life of Daniel Walsh, a man seemingly blessed with a beautiful wife, an adorable son, and a comfortable life in upscale Mount Kisco, New York. However, beneath this veneer of perfection, Daniel grapples with loss, guilt, and a deteriorating marriage.
The sudden, inexplicable death of his wife, Grace Welborn, a successful lawyer from a wealthy family, shatters Daniel’s world. The mystery surrounding her demise draws suspicion from Grace’s influential father, Lawrence, who accuses Daniel of foul play. As the police investigate, Daniel finds unexpected allies in Amelia and Elizabeth, Grace’s sisters, who stand by him amidst the turmoil.
As Daniel fights to clear his name, he uncovers disturbing secrets that Grace had been wrestling with before her death. She had been representing her father in a sexual harassment lawsuit, only to discover his guilt. This revelation, coupled with the knowledge of Daniel’s past indiscretion with Elizabeth, sends shockwaves through the family.
The narrative takes a chilling turn when Daniel finds a cryptic message from Grace, suggesting she felt betrayed by those closest to her. This discovery propels Daniel on a quest for truth, leading him to confront those he believes contributed to Grace’s death.
A Fall from Grace is a riveting exploration of family dynamics, secrets, and betrayal. It’s a journey of self-discovery for Daniel, who must face his own guilt and the repercussions of his actions. The story culminates in a dramatic revelation at Grace’s funeral, forever altering the lives of those present.
This gripping family drama will keep you on the edge of your seat as you navigate the twists and turns of the Welborn family saga. A Fall from Grace is a poignant reminder of the complexities of family relationships and the devastating impact of secrets.
My Father’s Son
In this dark, psychological thriller, eighteen year old Hunter Moore presents an ideal persona to the world – a top student/athlete, handsome, hard-working, cultured and unfailingly polite. But underneath his carefully crafted image lies a manipulative, immoral individual who has been intentionally molded and developed by, and in the image of, his psychopathic father, Aaron Moore.
With their dysfunctional but seemingly unshakeable bond, Father and Son conspire to get what they want and eliminate any obstacles in their path, through whatever means necessary. But, when a plan to remove one of Hunter’s high school rivals takes an unexpected turn, Hunter is left to deal with the fallout and examine not only its impact on him, but on his relationship with his father.
As events continue to unfold, Hunter’s unflinching loyalty to and belief in Aaron is tested, with Hunter coming face to face with decisions that will impact the rest of his life…and his father’s.