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A Haunting Thriller of love, loss and Redemption
by William L Harben
Haunted by his own guilt, John O'Roark, an undercover Boston narcotics agent, and his stuttering partner, Dex, embark on a ghostly journey as they pursue an old unsolved mystery that will ultimately change their lives forever.
John, a dedicated family man with two kids and a beautiful wife, blames himself for the senseless assault on his family. After which, John's only intent in life was hunting down those responsible for the arrack and seeking revenge. In doing so, he becomes lost and alone as he begins to question and doubt all that he believes to be true.
Until he meets a young and mysterious woman named Angelica, who begins telling him a compelling story about her friend who has been missing for years. Reluctant to take on a missing person's case, he can't resist being pulled into her captivating plea for help. With the aid of his old partner, Dex, the three set out for the mountains of Colorado to uncover the truth about the missing girl, only to discover that Angelica isn't who or what she seems to be.
William L. Harben is a multiple award winning author whose debut novel has earned recognition from Literary Titan, the American Writing Awards, and the International Impact Book Awards. With I've Been Waiting, Harben delivers a story that blends emotional realism with mystery and a quiet sense of the supernatural, creating a reading experience that stays with you long after the final page.
John O'Roark once believed he understood the world. As an undercover narcotics agent, his life was built on routine, loyalty, and purpose. That certainty disappears after a brutal tragedy leaves his family shattered and his own sense of direction lost. Walking away from the badge feels like the only way forward, but guilt has a way of following close behind.
A chance encounter with a woman named Angelica pulls John back into an investigation he never intended to take on. What begins as a cold case soon becomes something far more personal. With the help of his former partner Dex, John finds himself chasing answers that refuse to stay confined to police reports and evidence files.
Their search stretches from the streets of Boston to the stillness of the Colorado mountains, uncovering secrets tied to grief, unfinished lives, and a presence that feels both guiding and unsettling. As the truth slowly comes into focus, John is forced to confront not only what happened to others, but what he must face within himself.
I've Been Waiting is a paranormal mystery thriller grounded in human emotion. It is a story about friendship, loss, redemption, and the unseen forces that quietly shape our paths. For readers who appreciate suspense with depth and characters who feel real, this novel offers mystery with meaning and an ending that resonates.
Author of the Award-Winning Thriller “I’ve Been Waiting”
William L. Harben is a Texas-born novelist and storyteller recognized for blending crime, suspense, and the supernatural. His debut novel, I’ve Been Waiting, was honored as a Finalist for Best New (Debut) Fiction by the American Writing Awards, praised for its emotional depth and psychological tension. Born in Fort Worth and raised in Dumas, Texas, Harben grew up surrounded by adventure and small-town charm. After graduating from Texas Tech University, he spent years as a teacher and coach, where his talent for storytelling inspired those around him. Driven by a fascination with mystery and the paranormal, Harben began writing I’ve Been Waiting—a story twenty years in the making that explores loss, vengeance, and redemption. His writing combines real emotion with haunting intrigue, capturing the struggle between justice and conscience. He now lives in the Dallas–Fort Worth area with his wife, Lita, and their two children, continuing to craft stories that challenge readers to think and feel beyond the ordinary.