Free Christian mystery novella

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Start with Dead Drop, a Riley Carter mystery about crypto chaos, digital deception, and faith under pressure.

"Enjoyable read, engaging from the first page."

Amazon Reviewer, The 8-Bit Detective

"A great hook... some good twists."

Amazon Reviewer, Liberator

Books by J.P. Burten

Start free. Then choose your lane: cozy Christian mystery, faith-forward thriller, tactical prequel, or a story for young readers.

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Dead Drop

Free Mystery

A snowed-in crypto caper with Riley Carter, digital danger, and real-world stakes.

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The 8-Bit Detective

Mystery Comedy

The Internet's least-qualified PI takes on a real kidnapping and her own collapse.

"Enjoyable read, engaging from the first page."

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Liberator

Christian Thriller

A San Diego thriller where global danger collides with one man's redemption.

"Fast paced, lots of action... some good twists."

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Widdle Bear Wants a Dino!

For Young Readers

A little bear with a big dream, a wild dino wish, and a warm family read-aloud spirit.

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Black Hornet

Prequel Novella

A compact spy prequel with tactical pressure, loyalty, and moral turns.

"A gripping lead-in to Liberator."

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J.P. Burten Author

Meet J.P. Burten

J.P. Burten writes fast, funny, suspenseful fiction for readers who want stories with teeth and faith with a backbone.

His books move from cozy digital mysteries to bold Christian thrillers, always grounded in the conviction that grace matters in the middle of danger.

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