A Case That Starts with a Train Ride

Mystery lovers, get ready for a ride you won’t forget. Picture Them Dead by Ronald R. Higgins introduces Sam Ryan, a private investigator and actor whose simple trip to California spirals into danger and suspicion. What begins as a family matter quickly turns into a deadly investigation when Sam meets a beautiful woman on a train who needs his help—only to wind up dead before she can explain her case. With only a few cryptic words and a gold key, Sam is forced to clear his name and uncover a secret worth killing for.

A Thriller Packed with Suspense

Picture Them Dead is an old-school whodunit with plenty of twists, rich characters, and tension that builds with every page. From high-stakes danger to unexpected alliances, this book delivers a suspenseful ride that keeps you guessing until the very end.

About the Author

Born in Johnson City, Tennessee, and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Ronald R. Higgins has spent decades honing his craft as both an actor and writer. With over sixty stage plays, three films, and a soap opera appearance under his belt, he brings a deep understanding of drama to his writing. After pursuing acting in Los Angeles for thirty years, he shifted his focus to storytelling, penning Picture Them Dead—a project that began in 1981 and first saw publication in 1982. Now retired and living in Johnson City, he continues to write and is currently working on a sequel, The Lady in the Movies.