Niklas Three

Niklas Three is an author who crafts compelling books in the realm of suspense thrillers and mysteries. His epic world-at-peril saga, “Last Flower,” and his gripping, hard-boiled detective story, “ROLL: A Gable & McLaren Mystery,” showcase his range and storytelling prowess.

Three’s novels offer richly layered narratives for avid readers who crave depth and masterful storytelling. These hefty, intricately woven tales are not your typical fluff plots. Dive in and lose yourself in stories that promise to stay with you long after the last page.

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LAST FLOWER

A Suspense Thriller

Bit by bit, Leslie Parker is putting together the pieces of her damaged life … until … she’s asked to throw everything away to play a part in saving the world.

Keeping crazy busy with her flower and gardening service is key to Leslie’s plans to push aside the haunting memory of an unthinkable betrayal. If not for Caroline Miller, her activist best friend, Leslie would never stray far from the comfort of her day-to-day routine.

After she finds safe solitude, Leslie’s life shatters again — a savage assault, a murder, and FBI accusations of theft of classified biotechnology data entangle her in a web of intrigue.

Looking for answers to why she’s a suspect for crimes she didn’t commit, Leslie joins forces with a tabloid newspaper reporter. Fleeing from Chicago, the unlikely duo travel to the Gulf Coast to pursue a lead to clear Leslie’s name.

While digging into a report of the vandalization of a biotech research laboratory, the amateur sleuths uncover a dark mystery from the 1970s. Clues from their grim discovery embroil Leslie in a twenty-first-century government conspiracy, bioweapon development, and the festering distrust between the People’s Republic of China and the United States.

Half the world away, an unknown disease kills everyone in a remote African village. The rainforest tragedy blips off the international news radar, lost in the uncertainty of the lingering COVID-19 pandemic. But the mysterious event escalates tensions between superpower countries. Chinese-American relations plummet to scorched-earth peril — sending two Chinese soldiers on a quest to China’s Great Dragon Mountains on the border with Siberia to find answers.

Last Flower is a sprawling, slow-burn novel crammed with unexpected humor, a touch of romance, thought-provoking twists, and nightmarish possibilities that leave readers wondering … Could this be the future?

The novel Last Flower is recommended for fans of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series by Stieg Larsson, Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn, and other page-turner thrillers with mature content featuring damaged women protagonists regaining their power. Click Here to visit the Last Flower website for more information.

ROLL

A Gable & McLaren Mystery

Big city detectives. Southern intrigue. A fortune vanishes on hooves from a ranch where everyone is keeping secrets—even the horses.

It’s 1999, the Millennium looms, and private investigators Gable and McLaren play a tight game. Cash is little more than a whispering rumor. New job leads are as scarce as a clear conscience.

A deadly encounter with a serial killer and its ruinous legal aftermath left the hardened Chicago crime fighters tarnished heroes and their PI agency on the ropes.

Enter Angela Larqué, a wealthy Louisiana ranch owner with a major-league mystery. One of her prized thoroughbreds disappeared under baffling circumstances. The loss of the broodmare, a queen in the Sport of Kings, casts a long shadow over Les Trois Ls Ranch’s storied reputation and bottom line.

Lured by the promise of a hefty payday for taking on the case, Gable and McLaren trade gritty streets for enigmatic bayous along the Gulf Coast. The PIs soon discover the horse’s disappearance is merely the opening bid in a high-stakes game teeming with dark secrets and even darker danger.

Caught between the colliding worlds of elite thoroughbred racehorse breeding and Louisiana’s primeval wilderness, the Chicago detectives find themselves entangled in a complex web of deceit. Friends or enemies? Take a guess. Peril? As certain and unseen as gators, eyeing you from a haunting swamp’s murky depths.

Amidst this intriguing southern backdrop, author Niklas Three crafts a riveting, hard-boiled detective saga. ROLL is an adrenaline-fueled mystery loaded with action, adventure, humor, touches of romance, and double-strength shots of unexpected twists and turns. Prepare to delve deep into the treacherous currents of human nature, where trust can be as elusive as a missing thoroughbred and violence is the answer to everything. Click Here to visit the ROLL website for more information.

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Coming 2025!

DARK LOCKS

A Roaring Twenties Thriller

In the bustling streets of Chicago in 1926, the Roaring Twenties were in full swing. Jazz fills the air, speakeasies thrive, and the city’s spirit is alive with a fierce determination to forget the sorrows of the pandemic and war. Amidst this vibrant backdrop, Elena Richardson finds comfort in her weekly mahjong games with her three closest friends, a tradition that brings warmth and camaraderie to their lives.

But Elena’s world crumbles when her beloved daughter vanishes without a trace. The police, quick to dismiss the case, suggest she either ran away or took her own life by jumping into the Chicago River. Elena, however, refuses to believe their conclusions, even when the charming detective assigned to the case tries to persuade her otherwise.

Determined to uncover the truth, Elena embarks on her own investigation, enlisting the help of her loyal friends. Together, they navigate the glittering yet treacherous underbelly of Chicago, uncovering secrets that lead them closer to a terrifying revelation: a serial killer is stalking the city, leaving a trail of fear and death.

As Elena delves deeper into the darkness, she must confront her worst fears and challenge the limits of her courage. “Dark Locks” is a gripping mystery that weaves together friendship, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of justice in times of great change and hidden dangers. Will Elena and her friends unravel the truth before it’s too late, or will the shadows of Chicago consume them all?

Discover the chilling secrets of “Dark Locks” by Niklas Three – a tale of unwavering determination and the powerful bonds that can overcome even the darkest of times.

ROLL 2

A Gable & McLaren Mystery

The thrilling sequel to “ROLL” brings back all the beloved characters for another pulse-pounding adventure. Gable, McLaren, and their allies face escalating dangers as past and present collide.

At the mysterious Les Trois Ls Ranch, Gable and McLaren find themselves caught in a dangerous web of intrigue. When an old enemy threatens their loved ones in Chicago, the stakes skyrocket. Angela’s nemesis resurfaces, igniting a perilous manhunt that draws Gable into a treacherous quest for gold.

Undeterred by looming threats, Gable and Zuni join forces once more, determined to uncover the truth and protect those they hold dear.

As they navigate this labyrinth of deception, Gable and McLaren must rely on their wits and each other like never before. Old alliances fracture, new foes emerge, and the line between friend and enemy blurs in this chaotic pursuit. The hunt for gold plunges them into the darkest recesses of the bayou, where buried secrets and betrayal lurk at every turn.

Brace yourself for this 2026 release – an adrenaline-fueled mystery packed with action, intrigue, and shocking twists. “ROLL 2” delivers the gripping drama, wit, and intricate storytelling that made its predecessor a hit.

Return to the world of Gable and McLaren, where trust is scarce and danger omnipresent. Can they outwit their adversaries and emerge victorious, or will the swamp claim them once and for all?

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Coming 2026!

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Coming 2026!

STAR FRIGHT

Sci-Fi Thriller

Dr. Namie Aikawa was a phenom. As the youngest lead astronomer at Nagoya City Science Museum’s planetarium and the creator of the most formidable electric lowrider car in the country, she had already achieved what most could only dream of. But nothing could prepare her for the discovery she was about to make.

After exhibiting her cherished ride at a car show, Dr. Aikawa returned to her latest project: monitoring a series of mysterious radio signals from a distant star system. These signals exhibited an unusual pattern that defied any known natural phenomena. Using Zipf’s law, she analyzed the frequency and intensity of the signals, hoping to uncover an underlying structure that could hint at their origin.

Dr. Aikawa stared at the data on her screen, her fingers trembling slightly. The distribution of the mysterious signals fit Zipf’s law almost perfectly, with only a few deviations. Those deviations, she realized, were not errors but deliberate peaks—signals sent at regular intervals, now growing shorter. “They’re coming,” she whispered, her heart pounding. “They’re really coming.”

As she pondered the implications, a chilling epiphany struck her. It wasn’t just one group of alien ships but two armadas heading for Earth, each with unknown intentions. The gravity of her discovery dawned on her – this wasn’t just a scientific breakthrough but a potential turning point for all of humanity. With Earth’s fate hanging in the balance, Dr. Aikawa must race against time to decipher the alien messages and prepare for the impending encounter. Will her brilliance and determination be enough to unravel the mystery and save Earth from an unprecedented extraterrestrial threat?

Prepare for an exhilarating sci-fi thriller in “Star Fright” by Niklas Three, set to release in 2026. This gripping novel will keep you on the edge of your seat as Dr. Aikawa confronts the ultimate challenge of her career—and of humanity’s survival.