Reeling from a tragic personal loss, Dwayne Morrow is drawn to a remote portion of West Virginia, looking for answers. What he finds is a community frozen in time . Welcome to Briarstaff, West Virginia, population 1,967. Founded in the early 1800s by workers of a now-defunct mining operation, the town remains home to generations of natives who continue to farm and conduct business in timeworn buildings bordering a charming town square. The grassy central plaza hosts many local events—the annual Apple Festival is currently underway. On the surface, it’s a picture-perfect postcard of pure Americana where folks of all ages gather to laugh, eat, listen to music, and ride the attractions, undeterred by cell phones and other modern distractions. Following his sister’s footsteps, Dwayne goes undercover to discover exactly what happened during Gina’s earlier stay. After a cordial yet frosty reception, Dwayne quickly begins to suspect something much bigger than small-town politics are at play. Encountering hospitality and hostility in equal measure and unsure of whom he can trust, Dwayne soon finds himself trapped, unable to reach outside assistance. The sun has set in this sleepy little town, but secrets long buried are burbling to the surface—secrets worth killing to protect. If Dwayne can’t fit the pieces together, he may never again see the light of day! Diversion is the fourth nail-biting entry in the Dwayne Morrow Mystery series. Winner - The BookFest Awards - Spring 2025 - Second Place - Detectives/Amateur Sleuths - Book Series/Mystery Fiction "Aside from the storyline and the personable characters themselves, Miller's writing style is just something I absolutely enjoy. From his unique descriptions of scenery ("...internal collapse had spilled out through its entrance like a rocky trail of cat sick...") to the internal monologues ("Her name was Tish, and I wanted to reach through the phone and strangle the sunshine right out of her.") and everything in between, it keeps me fully engaged and wanting to devour all his books. 100% recommend this series." ⎯Charly Cox, author of the best-selling Detective Alyssa Wyatt series " What sets Diversion apart is its exploration of the dark side of small-town life. Darin paints a vivid picture of a community where appearances can be deceiving and taking everything at face value is extremely dangerous. In fact, for some characters that Dwayne meets, downright deadly. The setting itself becomes a character in the story, with its quaint 'charm' and eclectic cast of characters actually masking a sinister underbelly. The plot is engaging, but as always, Dwayne is who makes this novel shine. He's so relatable, especially driven by a deep sense of loss and a determination to uncover the truth and vindicate his sister. The supporting characters, from the suspicious local sheriff to the enigmatic fortune teller, add depth to the story. Diversion is a well-written mystery that keeps readers guessing until the very end." ⎯Katie Mettner, author of the Harlequin Intrigue Secure One series "The mystery was interesting, with a unique premise that offers something a bit different from the normal murder mysteries found in this genre. Miller has an engaging style of writing and manages the perfect mix of action, dialog, and backstory to keep you reading. This is a great addition to the series and is highly recommended for all fans of mystery stories." — Anne-Marie Reynolds, Readers' Favorite