Bestselling Thriller 'The Attic' Available Free in Ebook Format for Limited Time

The ebook version of Richard McMaster's bestselling thriller novel 'The Attic' will be available at no charge on December 4 and 5, 2025 exclusively through Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Richard-McMaster/author/B01LDIJ2QU?. The novel has achieved bestseller status in both contemporary fiction and psychological thriller categories, marking a significant opportunity for readers to access a critically acclaimed work during this limited promotional period.

The importance of this announcement extends beyond a simple promotional offer. 'The Attic' represents a substantial work within the psychological thriller genre that tackles complex social and ethical issues. The novel follows protagonist Byron Kelly, who becomes a whistleblower after discovering his CEO has embezzled over 26 million dollars from an international investment banking company. Facing assault charges and a lawsuit, Byron flees to Chicago, assumes a fake identity, and takes a low-level computer support job before ultimately hiding in the attic of a dying old man named Henry Steel.

What makes this story particularly noteworthy is its emotional depth and character complexity. One of the principal characters, Sybie, was fashioned after a real high school classmate of the author who suffered from a rare genetic disorder. Some students called her "Tic Toc" because of the way she walked with her brace. Years later, she meets Byron, a former classmate, and they marry, but tragedy strikes before they can enjoy a honeymoon. This attention to authentic character development has been praised by reviewers and readers alike.

The novel's exploration of whistleblowing, corporate corruption, and personal redemption has significant implications for readers interested in contemporary ethical dilemmas. As one reviewer noted, "You wrote a novel about a man with a past so messy, he literally hides in a stranger's attic while trying to do the right thing. It's emotional. Unconventional. Thoughtful. There's rare disease rep, ethical drama, and a wildly underrated whistleblower story wrapped in quiet literary suspense." Another reviewer commented, "Absolutely loved this book. I don't want to give anything away, but this was the best book I have read in a long time."

Richard McMaster's broader literary significance adds context to this promotion. Dennis Keller of The Hudson Weekly noted, "Richard McMaster is an accomplished author whose works have been praised for their depth, complexity, and emotional resonance." Keller continued, "Richard McMaster never falls into the trap of presenting his characters as simplistic archetypes or caricatures, instead allowing them to emerge as fully-formed individuals with their unique voices and perspectives."

McMaster's other works include the bestselling historical fiction novel 'Aaron's War,' which details a Jewish soldier's experience in WWII, exploring themes of coming-of-age, antisemitism, forbidden marriage, PTSD, and substance abuse. USA Today bestselling author Holly Roberts called 'Aaron's War' "A coming of age story that grips your soul and takes you on a thought-provoking journey." Another work, 'Voyage of Life,' explores overcoming obstacles through the lens of the "Baby Boomer" generation, while 'A Love Divided By Time' has been described as "one part The Notebook, one part suspenseful psychopath story, and one part Somewhere in Time."

The limited-time free availability of 'The Attic' provides readers with access to a work that exemplifies McMaster's approach to storytelling. As noted in assessments of his work, "The author's writing is often described as 'page-turning' or 'gripping,' but it is also imbued with a sense of thoughtfulness and depth that elevates his work beyond mere genre fiction." This promotion represents an opportunity for both existing fans and new readers to engage with a novel that combines commercial success with literary merit, while exploring timely themes of corporate accountability, personal identity, and ethical decision-making in contemporary society.