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  • Published: 24 February 2026
  • ISBN: 9780593953570
  • Imprint: Berkley
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 336
  • RRP: $70.00
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Monster in the Moonlight

  • Annelise Ryan



Do werewolves exist? That’s the question skeptical cryptozoologist Morgan Carter has to answer in the latest entry in this USA Today bestselling mystery series.

Under the light of the full moon, a quiet rural lane becomes the scene of a shocking crime that may be the work of a mythical monster in the latest entry of this USA Today bestselling mystery series.


When a dead body turns up along a lonely country byway in rural Wisconsin, rumors of The Beast of Bray Road, a werewolf-like creature that is said to inhabit the area are reinvigorated. For years locals have reported sightings of the terrifying creature, but this would be its first verified attack.


Marks on the dead woman’s body indicate a mauling by some kind of large animal. The wounds plus deep scratches on the victim’s car convince the community that the legendary beast is not only real but responsible for this brutal killing.


If the police have any hope of solving this crime, they’re going to need an expert—enter cryptozoologist Morgan Carter. She’s investigated sightings of eerie creatures throughout the upper Midwest. If anyone is going to track down the killer, it’s Morgan, but she may find that the Beast is not the worst thing lurking on Bray Road.

  • Published: 24 February 2026
  • ISBN: 9780593953570
  • Imprint: Berkley
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 336
  • RRP: $70.00
Categories:

Praise for Monster in the Moonlight

Praise for the Monster Hunter series
“Full of fascinating history and lore, as well as the underwater geography of these fearsome waterways, this new mystery from Mattie Winston series author Ryan is a tour de force featuring a plucky and [eminently] likable sleuth. A deliciously clever and entertaining puzzle, highly recommended.”—Library Journal (starred review)

“Filled with great characters, fast-paced plotting, and scary situations, this cryptid-based cozy is a nice break from the usual.”—Fresh Fiction 

“Gripping. . . . With a strong premise and smart characterizations, this series is well suited to a long run.”—Publishers Weekly

“Fast-paced and ingenious, though mystery fans will have to overlook some grisly accounts of the attacks to savor the puzzle.”—Kirkus Reviews