Tender Eyes

Tender Eyes – A Novel by Matt Heart
Nestled just beyond the misty backroads of Hollows Creek, Tender Eyes, Ohio is a hidden gem—a town renowned for serving the most unforgettable meals in America. Food critics, travelers, and culinary enthusiasts alike flock from across the country, lured by the promise of a dining experience unlike any other. But for those who venture too far, who stay too long, the town has a way of making sure they never leave hungry... or at all.
When Daniel Kearns, a world-renowned food critic, arrives to review Tender Eyes' famed cuisine, he expects to uncover a town built on passion and tradition. Instead, he stumbles upon something far more sinister—something buried beneath the surface, hidden behind warm smiles and perfectly plated dishes. As his investigation deepens, his curiosity turns to paranoia, and paranoia to terror, when he realizes that in Tender Eyes, the secret ingredient isn't just love.
Some meals should never be tasted. Some places should never be explored. And in Tender Eyes, Ohio, once you're on the menu... there's no way off.

Matt Heart is a BMA award-winning international singer-songwriter and storyteller whose work bridges the worlds of music and literature. As the founder of 424 Records, Matt has penned over 50 original songs, weaving powerful narratives that explore themes of love, loss, temptation, and self-discovery. His lyrics, much like his books, carry emotional depth and raw authenticity.
In addition to his musical legacy, Matt is the creator of Cold Fever Books, a chilling literary brand that includes both supernatural crime thrillers and eerie children's horror stories inspired by classics like Goosebumps. His adult novels—Ding Dong Witch, The Boney Man, Iniquity, Tender Eyes, Ash Wednesday, and The Incredible Bobbi Myers—blend psychological tension with the uncanny, while his middle-grade titles, including The Boy Who Talked Too Much, Zombielicious, Dare to Wake the Dead, Little Red Ridin' in the Hood, and Nightmare in a Toy Store, spark young imaginations with spooky fun.
A natural storyteller with a cinematic voice, Matt's work continues to evolve across mediums. Whether crafting a heart-stopping plot twist or a soul-stirring song, he invites his audience into deeply immersive worlds where anything is possible—and nothing is ever as it seems.
To follow Matt's latest releases, music, and projects, visit www.facebook.com/MattHeartFanpage or follow him on X @MattHeart.