Stephen J Cherrill
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Stephen J Cherrill
Introducing: DCI Tim Cunningham
by Stephen J Cherrill
In the heart of a frostbitten, fog-shrouded graveyard, "ELEPHANT JUICE" plunges readers into a world where every shadow conceals a secret and every gust of mist whispers of the supernatural. At the centre stands Charlotte Duval, a teenage girl whose vulnerability is matched only by her fierce determination. Surrounded by ancient, weathered tombstones and imprisoned by frost-laden iron gates, Charlotte’s pale skin and piercing blue eyes burn with defiance against the encroaching darkness.
The graveyard itself becomes a character—enchanted and menacing—its swirling pastel mists and chilling silence hinting at spirits lurking just beyond sight. As Charlotte ventures deeper into this spectral realm, the stakes rise with every step. Each chapter draws her—and the reader—further into a labyrinth of suspense, where the line between the living and the dead blurs, and the truth behind Ashmarsh’s haunting secret threatens to change everything.
"ELEPHANT JUICE" is a spellbinding journey into the unknown, where courage is tested, and the chilling embrace of the spirit world is impossible to escape.
“5.0 out of 5 stars. An excellent read Reviewed in Australia on 29 February 2024 Verified Purchase I love a good read and the story told here by Stephen Cherrill is an excellent read. The imagery and layout were a credit to a good author. I believe the sequel is in the pipeline and I am really looking forward to reading this one too. The story is about a young girl and her adventure with her grandmother and a friend who is very sick. It is as beautiful yet dramatic story and one that will keep you reading to the very end. Enjoy this book. ”
Maureen Hamilton
Stephen is an indie publisher and has published a series of books based on DCI Tim Cunningham who lives in the English village of Ashmarsh.
Stephen’s journey as an author is a testament to passion and resilience, shaped by experiences across three countries. Born in the historic city of Lincoln, UK, Stephen’s early fascination with storytelling began on a humble toy typewriter, where he crafted a family newsletter. His dedication to helping others led him to serve as a Paramedic with the Lincolnshire Ambulance Service, where he also honed his writing by publishing articles in *Linc Up* magazine.
Council of Lies
The lifeless body of an unidentified man emerges from a tranquil stream in Ashmarsh. Inside the victim's nondescript home, detectives Cunningham and Armstrong stumble upon encrypted computer files and a hidden firearm. This isn't a case of random misfortune; someone was intent on silencing this man.
Meanwhile, Cunningham's friend Philippe Duval departs from the council, troubled by a veiled threat and behind-the-scenes deals. DS Greg Armstrong recognises the signs—he's witnessed this corruption before. It's all too familiar: legal on the surface, yet lethal at its core.
Convinced that the stranger had uncovered something significant, Cunningham and Armstrong seek the assistance of a witch, delving into a perilous realm where power is shielded by dark incantations, and secrets are worth killing for.
ONE BODY. ONE SECRET.
AND A CONSPIRACY WORTH KILLING FOR.
After Anna’s death, the bay no longer looks the same.
Alone in a quiet Queensland seaside town, a widower returns each day to the water, casting his line into silence and speaking to the wife who is gone. Then a pelican lands on the bow of his boat.
He names her Rose.
Wild, watchful, and strangely faithful, Rose becomes an unlikely companion, listening as grief slowly finds its voice. Through her quiet presence and the new life unfolding in his son’s family, he begins to discover that love does not end with loss — it changes shape.
Tender and contemplative, this is a story of grief, memory, and the unexpected grace that can guide us home.