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Set in 1979 and 2004, Anyone But Her tells the story of Suzanne—named for the Leonard Cohen song and adored by her mother, Alex, who is killed during a robbery at Alex’s record store when Suzanne is 14. Both as a teen and later in adulthood, Suzanne searches for clues about unresolved circumstances around Alex’s death. But what happens when she discovers what she thought she wanted to know?

Named 2024 Best Mystery/Thriller by the Indie Author Project!

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“This page-turning novel doles out just enough clues and red herrings to keep you guessing...As a bonus for Denverites, the city’s past and present landmarks pepper the novel.” — Bess Maher, events coordinator, The Bookies bookstore, for The Colorado Sun

“Suzanne’s story, both past and present, is an unflinching portrayal of a family gone haywire, when, in the face of tragedy, communication lacks and secrecy builds.” — BookLife

“This psychological suspense novel is masterfully crafted, distinctly Denver, and a must-read for anyone who loves a gripping, edge-of-your-seat mystery.” — Denver Life magazine

“Cynthia Swanson excels in creating evocative, compelling scenarios…highly recommended for novel readers seeking disparate characters and twists and turns that are not easily predictable.” — Midwest Book Review

“…a frightening and gripping path to the truth…a tale that is enriched with details on the music of the time and the feeling of enduring love. For all who love a solid mystery.” — firstClue Reviews

“Cynthia Swanson’s latest is top of the charts.” – Mark Stevens, author of The Fireballer and The Allison Coil Mystery Series

“This is a brilliant, beautifully crafted novel that will give readers complex characters to root for and book clubs plenty to discuss.” – Nancy Johnson, author of The Kindest Lie

“A beautiful, unforgettable novel.” – Amy Mason Doan, bestselling author of Lady Sunshine

“Conflicted emotions leap from the page in Swanson’s remarkable new novel, Anyone But Her.” – Eldonna Edwards, bestselling author of This I Know and Clover Blue

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