K.B. Pellegrino’s “A Psychopath’s Pause:” Unfolding the Mind Behind the Murders

Springfield, MA – WEBWIRE – Wednesday, July 24, 2024

In “A Psychopath’s Pause,” Beryl Kent, who manages a food pantry, finds herself entangled in a series of mysterious deaths. When a regular patron is discovered dead at the pantry’s backdoor, Beryl’s life takes a dark turn. As she tries to reach Captain Beauregard, she encounters Lieutenant Petra Aylewood-Locke and learns of another suspicious death – her volunteer Laela Greer’s husband, Barry. With multiple murders complicating the investigation, Beryl, alongside Captain Beauregard and Medical Examiner Gerard Simpson, delves into a web of deceit, strained relationships, and covert activities.

As the story unfolds, Beryl navigates through her personal grief, family dynamics, and a growing list of suspects, leading to an edge-of-your-seat mystery that reveals the depths of human nature and the sinister motives that drive people to kill.

“Captain Beauregard paused, looking at the blood-stained note in his hand. ’In the end, it’s not the killer’s motive that terrifies me, but the pause before the next act. That silence, that calm, is where true fear lies – the psychopath’s pause.’”

This chilling excerpt highlights the psychological tension and fear that permeates the novel. It serves as a reminder that understanding the human psyche is crucial in solving crimes, and it’s often the quiet moments that reveal the most about a person’s true nature.

Don’t miss out on this gripping psychological thriller. Dive into the complex world of “A Psychopath’s Pause” and join Beryl Kent in her quest to unravel the truth behind the murders. Visit K.B. Pellegrino’s website to grab your copy today and experience the suspense firsthand.

K.B. Pellegrino - Author & Storyteller
K.B. lives with her husband Joe and their dog Brodie amidst their large family in Springfield, Massachusetts. Growing up, she developed an early love for crime novels by raiding her father’s suitcase for paperbacks after his frequent business trips. This passion for plots, murder, mystery, spies, and crime novels has driven her to read over 2,000 crime novels and inspired her storytelling journey. Her extensive background as a Springfield Police Commissioner, a professor at Westfield State University, and various other roles add depth and authenticity to her writing, making her stories rich with life experiences and plots twist.