Mike Stanfield - Author
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Return to Wren's Crossing: The Ghost Line Under the Square
The Ghost Line Under the Square welcomes readers back to the charming yet secret-filled community of Wren’s Crossing in this compelling second installment of the Wren’s Crossing Gazette series.
When a sudden sinkhole violently collapses the historic town square, it uncovers a subterranean Cold War rail spur hidden deep beneath the town fountain. What initially seems like an forgotten municipal relic quickly unravels into a high-stakes mystery involving stolen military hardware, corrupt local officials, and a shadowy corporate syndicate.
Armed with an ancient surveyor’s compass, faded 1952 field notes, and relentless small-town resolve, publisher Nate Brooks and the Gazette team race to expose the cover-up before the evidence is buried under ten tons of concrete. Rich with Midwestern heart, witty banter, and investigative suspense, this captivating sequel proves that when outside threats jeopardize Wren’s Crossing, a close-knit community and the power of the printed truth will always stand their ground.
Continuing the story of Wren’s Crossing and its vibrant community has been an incredible journey. This second book, The Ghost Line Under the Square, digs even deeper into the town’s hidden history. It dives right back into the heart of small-town life—the power of community, long-buried Cold War secrets, and what happens when local voices fight to keep the truth from being buried.
Author’s Note:
This new release is available exclusively as an eBook. Due to rising production costs for print, offering paperback and hardback editions would have significantly raised the retail price. I want to keep this series accessible to all my readers, and passing those higher printing costs on to you just didn’t feel right.
The story of
Wm. Michael (Mike) Stanfield
Hello, I’m Mike Stanfield. My life has been a vibrant journey, woven with threads of creativity and curiosity.
Born and raised in the heart of the Midwest, my odyssey began with a patriotic call to duty. I joined the US Navy shortly after high school, serving in the Vietnam War. During those years, Linda, a captivating girl I first encountered in a public library in my hometown, blossomed into my life partner and wife. We were blessed with three children during those years, two sons and a daughter.
