On a Date Marked by Infamy, a New Psychological Thriller Confronts the Nature of Evil

Following a three-award-winning debut, Blood Seed raises the stakes with a desperate detective, a dangerous lie, and a killer who believes he is God's mistake.

LOS ANGELES, CA, February 17, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Today, February 17, Kay A. Oliver releases Blood Seed, Book 2 of the Kutter Murder Mystery Series, on a date that echoes true crime history. This choice aims to deepen your curiosity about the story's dark themes and psychological depth. It walks straight into darkness, inviting you to explore unsettling truths.

Why release Blood Seed on February 17th? It's the same month and day that the notorious serial killer Ted Bundy was finally arrested and held accountable for his crimes. While Blood Seed is not about Bundy, it explores the mind of another killer whose crimes are just as shocking, yet whose story time has all but forgotten.

The series began with a powerful impact. Book 1 captured readers and went on to win three literary awards, establishing the Kutter Murder Mystery Series as a must-read in psychological suspense. Now Oliver returns with a story that cuts deeper and refuses to let go.

"I am so excited for this book, but I can't read your books! I would have nightmares!" ~ S. Black

"I can't wait. I loved Fear-Struck (book 1)." ~ A. Martinez

Blood Seed. A phrase whispered like a curse. A belief so warped it becomes doctrine.
At the center of this novel is a serial killer who believes he was planted by God in blood, born corrupted from the first breath of life. He does not see himself as choosing violence. He believes he is correcting a mistake. In his mind, each murder is an act of purification, an attempt to cleanse a flaw that should never have existed.

When a seasoned detective reaches a dead end hunting a remorseless killer who feels no guilt and leaves no clear pattern, desperation takes hold. He breaks every rule he once swore to honor. In a risky move that could destroy his career, he turns to an unlikely ally, a mystery writer who understands how monsters think. Together, they construct a strategy built on psychological manipulation and a dangerous lie. But once you step inside the mind of someone who believes he was born evil, there is no safe distance.

Blood Seed is not just about catching a killer. It challenges you to confront the terrifying power of belief. What if someone truly believes they were created to destroy? When justice pushes you to cross lines you never thought you'd cross, it sparks reflection and moral curiosity.

To celebrate the launch, Blood Seed is available at a special promotional price for a limited time. Fans of intense psychological thrillers and morally complex characters will feel appreciated and motivated to secure their copy before the price returns to normal. The book is available here.

Some stories are meant to be told. Others refuse to stay buried. Blood Seed releases today. The clock has already started ticking.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kay A. Oliver is an award-winning author and a distinguished figure in literature and entertainment, celebrated for her mastery of crime fiction, spanning cozy mysteries to gripping psychological thrillers. Whether you're a casual reader or an aspiring writer, her stories are crafted to spark joy, provoke thought, and keep readers turning pages late into the night.

Her work has earned more than thirty literary awards, including being named Fiction Author of the Year 2025 by the International Association of Top Professionals. Recognizing her accomplishments can inspire aspiring writers and industry followers to pursue their own goals. In addition, she was inducted into Marquis' Who's Who in American in 2025.

With over three decades in Hollywood, Kay infuses her writing with industry insight and a cinematic edge, fostering admiration and confidence in her storytelling skills among readers and industry followers.

Explore her world of stories and writing resources at KayAOliver.com.

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