Coyote Hills: Kellermans on Crime, Family & Legacy

What happens when a legendary crime novelist and his equally acclaimed son join forces on a new thriller? Jonathan Kellerman—#1 New York Times bestselling author of the Alex Delaware series—and Jesse Kellerman—his bestselling co-author and son—sit down with Shawn French for a thrilling episode of The Determined Society. Together they discuss Coyote Hills, their latest father-son collaboration, blending sharp suspense with layered characters and moral complexity. But this isn’t just about a book—it’s about family, legacy, and the discipline it takes to build a body of work that spans decades. This episode covers: -The genesis of Coyote Hills and why this story had to be told -How a father-son writing partnership really works behind the scenes -Why crime fiction resonates across generations -Jonathan Kellerman’s lessons from a career of 45+ books and global bestsellers -Jesse Kellerman’s unique voice as both novelist and collaborator -What readers can expect next from the Kellermans Whether you’re a thriller junkie, a writer chasing your craft, or someone fascinated by family legacies—this conversation delivers both wisdom and suspense. Connect with me : https://link.me/theshawnfrench?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY2s9TipS1cPaEZZ9h692pnV-rlsO-lzvK6LSFGtkKZ53WvtCAYTKY7lmQ_aem_OY08g381oa759QqTr7iPGA Johnathan Kellerman https://www.jonathankellerman.com/ Jesse Kellerman https://www.jessekellerman.com/ Read Coyote Hills https://a.co/d/eqvXJqg The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms. Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.