“I Married a Dead Man” by William A. Stricklin is a modern retelling of Cornell Woolrich’s classic noir story. It follows Helen Georgesson, a young, pregnant woman abandoned by her lover and left destitute. On a westbound train, she befriends Myrtle Dee, a cheerful newlywed also expecting a child. Proudly published by Citi of Books, this is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major retail platforms.
Ever wondered what it would be like to wake up in someone else’s life—someone wealthier, happier, safer?
“I Married a Dead Man” turns that fantasy into a nerve-wracking nightmare. Helen Georgesson, abandoned and pregnant, steps onto a train with nothing but heartbreak in her pocket. A tragic accident and a fateful case of mistaken identity later, she’s living another woman’s dream. But dreams have sharp edges, and the past never stays buried for long.
This story isn’t your typical love tale—it’s gritty, dark, and deliciously suspenseful. Stricklin gives us a heroine who’s both a victim and a survivor, torn between guilt and gratitude. You can’t help but root for her even as the lies pile up. The setting drips with atmosphere—from smoky train cars to the idyllic small-town home that feels too perfect to last. Every page hums with unease, that noirish tension that makes you glance over your shoulder while reading.
What makes this book stand out is how real the emotions feel. It’s not just about murder or mistaken identity—it’s about the hunger for belonging, the desperate need to be seen and loved. Helen’s choices might be questionable, but they come from a place we all recognize: fear, loneliness, and the aching hope for redemption.
If you’re into stories that blend romance, mystery, and psychological drama—where every good deed hides a dark secret—I Married a Dead Man will pull you in and refuse to let go. It’s a tale of second chances built on broken foundations, reminding us that sometimes the ghosts we live with aren’t dead—they’re just waiting to be found out.
“I Married a Dead Man” by William A. Stricklin is now available for purchase through the links provided below:
- Citi of Books: https://citiofbooks.com/bookstore/fiction/i-married-a-dead-man/
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