Publication Date: Jan 2025
Synopsis:
Ridley Sawyer knows what it’s like to miss someone, to feel like a piece of her vanished—because it happened to her the night her twin sister disappeared.
Now, Ridley channels that loss into hope, traveling the country covering cold cases for her true crime podcast. She might not have found justice for her sister but that doesn’t stop her from finding it for others. Until Sheriff Colter Brooks gets in her way.
Colt knows what it’s like to have reporters descend on his town in the wake of a tragedy, and he’s not about to let a fiery podcaster stir up trouble. It doesn’t matter that her haunting blue eyes tell him there’s more to Ridley’s story or that he can’t stop imagining what it would be like to touch her.
But when Ridley’s cold case turns hot and she’s thrust into the crosshairs, Colt has no choice but to step in. Suddenly, Ridley’s living at his house, drinking his whiskey, and stealing his dog’s affections. But she’s also proving that she’s so much more than his first impression. And as they get closer to the truth, the game they’ve been playing might just turn deadly…
What To Expect:
Readers can expect a captivating read for fans of romantic suspense, mystery, and small-town romance, particularly those who enjoy the slow-burn tension and banter between grumpy and sunshine personalities, as well as the thrill of unraveling a complex mystery alongside a determined and fiery heroine.
Content Warnings:
Language: Heavy – Frequent use of cursing throughout
Sexual Content: Open Door – Two open door scenes, along with innuendo throughout
Violence: Moderate -Mentions of serial murder, kidnapping, crime scenes, blood, and the like.
Substance Use: Moderate – Casual drinking, drug use
Prejudices: None
Religious Themes: None
Other Topics: None
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