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Yonders, Illinois Paperback – October 17, 2023

by Dennis Noyes (Author), Trebol Editions (Editor, Illustrator)
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𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐤, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬. Once a sweetcorn-canning boomtown built by a busy railroad crossing, Yonders, Illinois, now stands as a proud but fading testament to the relentless march of time. Back in 1959, a gruesome triple homicide was committed, but the police investigation was obstructed when truth was overshadowed by convenience. Nearly 40 years later, Keelan Putnam, long suspected but never convicted of the murders, resurfaces in the town. Police Chief Buster Lawton, an unwavering beacon of justice, finds himself entangled in a maze of law, truth and redemption. Dive deep into this story where the heartland reveals tales of lost love, unsettled dilemmas, and ghosts that refuse to vanish.
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    384 pages
  2. Language
    English
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    Trebol Editions
  4. Publication date
    October 17, 2023
  5. Dimensions
    7.87 x 5.12 x 0.79 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    8409542919
  7. ISBN-13
    978-8409542918
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Perfect for Suspense Lovers

“Yonders, Illinois” is an enthralling novel that masterfully intertwines a four decade old triple homicide mystery with the rich tapestry of a small Midwestern town. Spanning from 1959 to 1998, the story unfolds through the eyes of seven diverse characters, central among them are the honest Police Chief Buster Lawton and the primary suspect in the crime, Keelan Putnam. The narrative skillfully captures the essence of Yonders, a place where memories persist and justice is a complex, often elusive pursuit.

The book delves deep into themes of crime, justice, and the human condition, offering a vivid portrayal of a community wrestling with its past. Characters like Buster and Keelan bring to life the struggles of confronting historical truths and personal demons, making the novel more than just a mystery; it's a profound exploration of small-town dynamics and the lasting impact of unresolved crimes. With its rich narrative, multifaceted characters, and a setting that resonates with the familiarity of a hometown, this novel is a perfect pick for those who relish stories that blend suspense with deep, meaningful insights into the human psyche and community spirit.

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«Readers will be moved by Noyes’ extraordinary blend of a crime drama and an almost biblical tale of the elusiveness of moral redemption.» — 𝙆𝙞𝙧𝙠𝙪𝙨 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬𝙨

About the Author

𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗦 𝗡𝗢𝗬𝗘𝗦, short story writer and renowned motorsports author, ventures deeper into fiction through his debut novel. With a writing style rich in character depth and moral complexity, yet lightened by humor, this story pulls you in.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Trebol Editions; 1st edition (October 17, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8409542919
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8409542918
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.87 x 5.12 x 0.79 inches
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𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐘𝐄𝐒 is a short story writer and renowned motorsports author. Recently he ventured deeper into fiction through his debut novel, "𝙔𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨, 𝙄𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙤𝙞𝙨." With a writing style rich in character depth, moral complexity, and lightened by humor, his books will pull you in.

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David Christian
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful tale well told!
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2024
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I was immediately drawn to purchase this terrific book by the tag line "Even murderers get homesick".

Now, really, how can you pass that up?

I bought it to take on an upcoming trip, so sat it aside with my bag. Soon, I decided to just read a little before the trip, which was a terrible idea. The first thing I knew, I had half consumed my "travel" book and was now faced with taking a half finished book or waiting till I got back to finish it.

I took it with me and was glad I did. This is just a hard book to put down.

There is a great sense of place in the way Yonders is molded and presented. The characters and dialog are wonderful, colorful and very natural. As in life, nobody is perfect and therein is a lot of the charm of the story.

I highly recommend Noyes' beautifully crafted tale and will look forward to his next effort.

Just buy it! You will enjoy the ride!
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Herb Stone
5.0 out of 5 stars An entertaining read!
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024
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Yonders, Illinois, by Dennis Noyes, is a delightfully entertaining read. Noyes excellently expresses the mood and feel of his setting, a small, midwestern town in the late 1950s and late 1990s while spinning a tale of murder that kept me eager to know what's next. Noyes is a skillful story teller in a voice that puts you in the time and place. You should read this absorbing novel.
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Random Noise
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read. Highly recommended.
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2024
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The present state of cultural chaos makes this book, where the reasonable succeed and justice wins, delightful. The humanity of every character is maintained from the murderer to the witches, surprise that that was. The mid west is a good place to spend some time.
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joanne tony
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved the story
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2024
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It was great reading. As I’m from Hoopeston,Illinois but left there in the late 50’s. Went back for a couple years in the mid 70’s
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Lentil Bean
5.0 out of 5 stars Pulls you in doesn't let you go
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024
Right from the opening pages, which introduced the town of Yonders, I was sucked into this world. The description is so detailed and atmospheric, it's almost as if the town itself is the central character. (Much like Savannah in Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.) This is part mystery novel, part literary fiction. It's hard to pigeonhole the story. It's not as if we have to wait until the end to find out who committed the murders...but I couldn't read fast enough to find out if he was going to get away with it. There isn't a single character in this story who is one-sided or remotely cliched. That's hard to pull off when writing about the Midwest. Noyes pulls all the string of the plot together in the climactic chapter of the book, and it's both hair-raising and satisfying. The themes are timeless, which is refreshing in the current atmosphere of day-to-day drama. I would recommend this book to anyone. Just don't start it before going to bed...you'll be up all night.
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Holly
5.0 out of 5 stars Made me feel like I'm back home
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2024
Yonders, Illinois is about a real town called Hoopeston, IL. I lived there in 1959 when the murders took place. Dennis's book is exciting, well-received by all of our friends, and should be read by all who love a great crime drama or those who just miss small town America. - Barbara Marlatt
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5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely 5 Stars!
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2024
Dennis Noyes’ new novel, “Yonders, Illinois” is terrific! The story is well written, clever, and compelling with a chilling plot, enough foreshadowing, and red herrings, to keep you guessing, and, by the way, a narrative of changes over the last half century that mimics the history of many small towns in America.
If you grew up in a small town, you’ll find the characters, sites, and shenanigans (most of them anyway) familiar. But wherever you grew up, you’ll find this a great read.
Highly recommended, definitely 5 stars!
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Daniel Zara
5.0 out of 5 stars Surprising ending to a great story.
Reviewed in Spain on November 15, 2023
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As the back cover states, the story pulls you in. Easy to read, great characters and the author makes you empathize even with the bad guy. I recommend it if you love thrillers and good literature.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Surprising ending to a great story.
Reviewed in Spain on November 15, 2023
As the back cover states, the story pulls you in. Easy to read, great characters and the author makes you empathize even with the bad guy. I recommend it if you love thrillers and good literature.
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