Dave Alber's Gothic Mystery Suzhou Secret Whispers Unveils Qing Dynasty Secrets on Amazon April 3

SAN FRANCISCO - April 1, 2025 - PRLog -- Acclaimed Bay Area author Dave Alber transports readers to the eerie, mist-shrouded streets of Qing Dynasty Suzhou with the launch of his spellbinding Gothic mystery, Suzhou Secret Whispers, available now on Amazon in eBook (ASIN: B0DMTLLT6D) and paperback formats as of April 3, 2024. This chilling debut of The Suzhou Mysteries series blends historical fiction with spectral folklore, reimagining the lives of Shen Bingcheng and Yan Yonghua—real-life founders of Suzhou's famed Couple's Retreat Garden.

As Lunar New Year festivities cloak the city in celebration, a darker truth emerges: whispered curses, vengeful spirits, and ancient legends stalk the shadows. A broken silk merchant and a enigmatic scholar must unravel a web of deceit, facing horrors like the flesh-eating Nian and a beguiling fox spirit—while battling their own inner torment. Rich with atmosphere and steeped in Chinese mythology, this tale promises to captivate fans of Gothic suspense.

Praise for Suzhou Secret Whispers:
"Alber crafts a mesmerizing tapestry of Gothic horror and historical intrigue—think Yangsze Choo's The Ghost Bride with a Qing Dynasty twist."

About the Author:
Dave Alber, a celebrated storyteller of mythology and cross-cultural narratives, draws deep inspiration from Suzhou—where he met his wife and rooted his creative vision. His works, spanning novels and immersive media, reflect a passion for uncovering the unseen.

Book Details:

• Title: Suzhou Secret Whispers: A Gothic Mystery of the Qing Dynasty
• Series: Book 1 of The Suzhou Mysteries
• Release Date: April 3, 2024
• Formats: eBook (ASIN: B0DMTLLT6D) and paperback
• Genre: Gothic Historical Fiction / Supernatural Mystery

Advance Praise:
"A shadowy, secret-laden Suzhou comes alive in Alber's hands—an unmissable treat for historical Gothic enthusiasts."

Visit http://author.davealber.com/ to dive into Suzhou Secret Whispers and lose yourself in a tale of love, loss, and the enduring power of the human spirit against the forces of darkness.