(MENAFN- GetNews) Lubbock, TX - Mary Alice Salmon, a longtime journalist, announces the release of her first novel, The Girl in a Red Sweater. This enthralling mystery, set in West Texas of the 1950s, is now available for readers nationwide.

The Girl in a Red Sweater delves into the lives of three young people - Wanda, Eddie, and Bert - caught in a web of love, jealousy, and secrets. As the snow falls on January 1, 1953, Wanda resolves to start a new life with Eddie, leaving behind her steady boyfriend, Bert. However, her decision sets off a chain of events that will change their lives forever. When Wanda goes missing, the small town of Lubbock is thrown into a frenzy as search efforts begin. As the search for Wanda continues, the finger-pointing begins. The novel masterfully explores themes of love, ambition, and the dark corners of human nature.

Mary Alice Salmon brings the 1950s vividly to life with her rich descriptions and deep character development. Readers will be transported to a time of drive-ins, skating rinks, and intense emotions, all while unraveling the mystery surrounding Wanda's disappearance.

"I wanted to capture the essence of the 1950s and the complexities of young love and ambition," said Mary Alice Salmon. "This story is a blend of nostalgia, suspense, and emotional depth that I believe will resonate with readers."

The Girl in a Red Sweater is available in both print and digital formats. For more information about the book and the author, visit

About Mary Alice Salmon

Mary Alice Salmon is a retired newspaper reporter who still enjoys writing. She has long been interested in the true crime story upon which“The Girl in the Red Sweater” is based and promised herself she would write about it someday. Some of the characters in the book are products of her imagination. Others are based on the people caught up in this tragedy.

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