Mary Desch, writing under the pen name MM Desch, brings a wealth of psychiatric expertise to her informed psychological thrillers. She draws from her extensive career as a general and addiction psychiatrist across multiple states to craft relatable characters facing intense psychological and physical dangers. Her thorough understanding of human motivations, conflicts and trauma recovery infuses her writing with authenticity and suspense.

A lifelong mystery enthusiast, Mary's passion for the genre evolved from childhood fascination with Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine to a deep appreciation for detective fiction in college. This enduring love for suspenseful storytelling naturally led her to write psychological thrillers.

When not delving into the intricacies of her next novel or novella, Mary enjoys hiking, long walks with her wife and their spirited mini schnauzer, exploring local food scenes, golfing, and following women's professional basketball.

Books by MM Desch

Tangled Darkness

by MM Desch - Fiction, Psychological Suspense, Psychological Thriller, Suspense, Thriller

A psychiatrist facing career-ending allegations investigates a murder to prove her innocence, discovering that she and the victim are pawns in a dark criminal scheme.