Theme Music - T. Marie Vandelly
An utterly propulsive and unpredictable psychological thriller from stunning new talent T. Marie Vandelly
For the lucky among us, life is what you make of it, but for Dixie Wheeler, the theme music for her story was chosen by another long ago, on the day her father butchered her mother and brothers and then slashed a knife across his own throat. Only one-year-old Dixie was left alive, infamously known as Baby Blue for the song left playing in the aftermath of the slaughter.
Twenty-five years later, Dixie is still desperate for a connection to the family she can’t remember, so when her childhood home goes up for sale, Dixie sets aside all reason and moves in, re-creating a macabre decor with her family’s salvaged furniture. But as the ghosts of her family seemingly begin to take up residence in the home that was once theirs, Dixie starts to question her own sanity and wonders if the evil force menacing her is that of her father, or a demon of her own making.
In order to make sense of her present, Dixie becomes determined to unravel the truth of her past and seeks out the detective who originally investigated the murders. But the more she learns, the more she opens up the uncomfortable possibility that the sins of her father may belong to another, and, perhaps most tragically, to Dixie herself. As bodies begin to pile up around her, Dixie must find a way to expose the lunacy behind her family’s massacre and redeem what little remains of her soul.
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In 'Theme Music', T. Marie Vandelly weaves a haunting narrative that explores trauma, family legacy, and the complexities of memory. The story of Dixie Wheeler is one of profound psychological depth, where the remnants of a horrific past shape her present. The theme of musical echoes from her childhood intertwines with her quest for identity and connection, as Dixie grapples with the ghosts of her family. As she moves back into the house where her family tragedy unfolded, Vandelly expertly depicts the psychological pressures that arise, leaving readers questioning the borders between sanity and madness. Furthermore, Dixie’s revelations about her father’s horrific crimes force her to confront uncomfortable truths, highlighting the theme of inherited trauma. This novel not only keeps readers on the edge of their seats but also offers an unsettling reflection on the scars that families bear and how they influence individual destinies. As Dixie unravels the mystery, the tension builds, leading to shocking discoveries that challenge her perception of self and the nature of evil itself. 'Theme Music' is a compelling read for those who appreciate psychological thrillers infused with deep emotional resonance.
