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Blindsided

How far would you go to protect your family from your past?

Blindsided, a novel by Michael Hartmann

What people are saying

A mystery that refuses to let go

“A taut, atmospheric thriller that keeps its secrets until the very last page.”

Early Reader

“Hartmann writes New England like a character of its own. I couldn’t put it down.”

Advance Review
Cape Cod Winterscapes photo book

Photography

Cape Cod, in timeless black & white

Cape Cod Winterscapes captures the soul of the Cape’s winter beauty in stunning monochrome, paired with recipes drawn from the region’s history. A photo book that asks you to see New England beyond its famous color.

Michael Hartmann portrait

About Me

Every place hides a story worth telling

I’ve been captivated by literature and writing since I was a child. As a writer drawn to photography, cooking, and travel, I look for the stories beneath the surface of every place I visit, convinced that even the most ordinary corner holds a quiet mystery.

I live in New England now, where I spend my time building recipes, photographing the landscape, and writing my next narrative. The charm and mystery of the region works its way into everything I make.

Follow along through the camera, the kitchen, and the notepad. There are always new tales whispered by the New England winds.

Photos

Through the lens

A gallery of New England in black & white, the places that inspire the work.

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Recipes

From the page to the plate

Cook the dishes that appear in the stories, from popovers to abuela’s empanadas.

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Books

More to read

Start with Blindsided, then explore the photography collections.

See the books