THE STORY
Set on a bustling Midwestern campus in the early 1980s, True Freshman follows an eighteen-year-old student seeking independence. His journey takes a dark turn when his best friend becomes the victim of a violent crime, forcing him to navigate a world where innocence is a liability. 
 
A gripping coming-of-age mystery that blends 1980s nostalgia with a sobering look at campus crime. Inspired by actual murders of Ohio State University students, the novel serves as a timely exploration of safety and survival during what should be the most transformative years of a young person’s life.
 
The story is underscored by the staggering statistic that 25% of college women experience a violent assault—a reality Heines treats with profound gravity.
 
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Michael A. Heines lives and works in Cincinnati, Ohio. A graduate of The Ohio State University, he is currently developing the next two installments of this series. Beyond his 35 years of real estate expertise, Heines is a dedicated family man.