Keith Landry books

Meet the Real Detective JP Dalpe – The Man Behind the Mysteries Six years ago, while researching Allumette Island Massacre , I uncovered a remarkable figure—Detective Sergeant J.P. Dalpe, the real-life Quebec Provincial Police investigator sent from Montreal to lead the murder investigation of five members of the Bradley family on Allumette Island. Assisting him were Pontiac County Sheriff Sloan and High Constable St. Germain—my grandfather. What began as historical research quickly became a passion. I discovered that between 1900 and 1938, Dalpe solved numerous high-profile crimes in Hull and the surrounding region. His skill, determination, and quiet authority inspired me to bring him back to life—not just through fact, but through imagination. The result: Dalpe’s Crime Chronicles , a collection of true-crime stories enriched with fictional details—his private grief, deep Catholic faith, and imagined colleagues—while staying true to the real cases he solved. Though I no lon...

Keith Landry, Award-Winning Canadian Author, Makes Waves with Thrilling Political Fiction and Compelling Crime Stories From compelling true-crime fiction to political upheaval, Keith Landry's work is a page-turning journey through the undercurrents of the human condition. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 / EINPresswire.com / -- Canadian author  Keith Landry  is quickly becoming a powerhouse in the literary world. In just six years, Landry has penned an astounding 26 books, captivating readers across genres with his gripping narratives and sharp social insight. Drawing inspiration from intriguing past news stories and his grandfather's rich oral storytelling tradition, Landry is redefining contemporary Canadian fiction for a global audience. Purchase a copy of Keith Landry's latest thriller,  True North: A Nation Stands . His breakout work,  Allumette Island Massacre , was inspired by chilling tales passed down from his grandfather, including the tragic mas...

Coming Soon A Murder Mystery Set in Rural Quebec What really happened on Black Stone Isle? In the shadow of a vanished man, dark family secrets begin to surface… Beginning June 1, 2025  I’ll be releasing my new murder mystery novel Beneath the Surface —one chapter at a time—right here on this blog. Set in late-1980s rural Quebec, the story follows Detective Jean Lavallee as he investigates the disappearance of Ian McLeod, a feared farmer with a cruel legacy. But what starts as a murder investigation leads to a deeply personal reckoning tied to Lavallee’s own family past. Read each chapter for free, join the conversation, and uncover how buried truths don’t stay hidden forever. • Prologue releases:  June 1, 2025 • New chapters every:  Sunday  • No passwords or signups required—just visit and read Subscribe and never miss a chapter: Click here to sign up for chapter updates (Subscribers will be notified of new chapter relea...

Introduction – Beneath the Surface A Note to Readers Beneath the Surface is inspired by true events. While elements of the narrative are drawn from historical or factual occurrences, the characters, settings, and specific details are fictional and created for storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons or real locations is purely coincidental and unintentional. This story is a fictional interpretation and should not be taken as a precise or factual account of any events it references. Key Fictional Characters 1. Jean Lavallee – Diligent detective 2. Patsy Lavallee – Tragic, unresolved loss 3. Doris McLeod – Regretful, guarded survivor 4. Réjean Pilon – Complicit, secretive brother 5. Ian McLeod – Tyrannical, controlling patriarch 6. Gerald McLeod – Defiant, resentful son 7. Jerome McLeod – Anxious, overshadowed follower 8. George McLeod – Bitter, opportunistic sibling 9. Paul O’Grady – Shrewd, no-nonsen...