Wallingford, CT Author Publishes Suspenseful Romance Novel

"Darlene", a new book by Ray Benoit, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

"Darlene" is a love story that weaves into a mystery of violence and suspicion.

Steve Mire, a man of integrity and justice, has fought for what he believes is right and shows an understanding and compassion for his fellow men. He meets a beautiful redheaded lady, Darlene, in the city of New York and falls in love. But who is she? Where'd she come from?

Steve joins the underworld to be near her, then finds himself in a position he can't get out of.

He wants this lady, but how far will he go to have her, and what must he do to keep her?

"Darlene" has many twists and turns and is full of action about the mobs in New York around the times of the 1950s and 60s.

About the Author
Ray Benoit comes from Massachusetts. He spent four years in the Navy and saw many countries in his travels. He moved to Connecticut and lived there for many years, building and repairing homes. He has three children, who are married and have children of their own.

"Darlene" is a 216-page paperback with a retail price of $18.00 (eBook $13.00). The ISBN is 979-8-89211-268-0. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For members of the press, to request a review copy or author interview, please visit https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/pages/media-requests or to buy the book, visit our online bookstore at https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/products/darlene