Graveyard Shift, A Novella By M. L. Rio

In Graveyard Shift, M. L. Rio, author of the bestselling If We Were Villains, weaves a chilling modern Gothic tale set against the backdrop of a college town's ancient cemetery. Every night, five unlikely companions cross paths during their late shifts: a bartender, a rideshare driver, a hotel receptionist, the steward of a dilapidated church, and the ever-curious editor-in-chief of the college paper, perpetually on the hunt for a story.

One fateful October evening, the group stumbles upon a mysterious open grave that wasn’t there before. Curiosity piqued, they ponder who could have dug it and for whom it was intended. Their night takes a thrilling turn when the gravedigger reappears, leading them into a web of intrigue. As they follow him through the shadows, they begin to uncover a connection to a series of unsettling events that have gripped the town in recent weeks—events that have made headlines and fueled local gossip.

As they delve deeper into the mystery, the camaraderie among the night shift workers grows, revealing their personal secrets and fears. Graveyard Shift offers an atmospheric exploration of friendship, obsession, and the unearthing of buried truths. With Rio’s signature blend of suspense and rich character development, this novel captivates readers as they navigate the haunting world of the living and the dead, ultimately questioning what lies beneath the surface of both the grave and their own lives. 📚❤️