DISTILLED VESTIGES
Former Royal Navy diver Imogen Waide’s job thrusts her into people’s lives on their worst days. But nothing could prepare her for the next case. When she receives a desperate call to search for a missing child in the serene town of Brandywine Lake, Kentucky, she soon realizes this case is anything but ordinary. Terrors await in the resort town’s main attraction—the lake.
While searching for the missing boy, Waide stumbles upon a chilling discovery in the water’s depths: a trove of discarded bones. Amongst the hoard, Waide unexpectedly uncovers a mutilated human skull bearing the remnants of a bizarre mortal injury.
With this unsettling find, she realizes the idyllic town has a history of violence.
Enter Maxwell Rue. As a life-long resident, the seasoned hunter and conservationist knows the Appalachian Mountains like the back of his hand. Yet even his expertise falls short when confronted with the enigmatic skull. Waide and Rue join forces, determined to unravel this mystery.
Another child vanishes as a relentless storm descends, intensifying their search efforts. Bound together by their common purpose, Waide and Rue find themselves in an exhilarating pursuit of an elusive beast, teetering on the edge of peril. The pair of steadfast investigators must muster their courage to unearth the truth and save innocent lives.
Will Waide and Rue triumph over this elusive beast? Or will they become mere victims, adding to the creature’s eerie collection of skeletons?
Prepare to be captivated by this heart-pounding tale of suspense and danger. Immerse yourself in a world where bravery collides with the unknown, and where the stakes are raised with each turn of the page. Discover the truths and lies of Brandywine Lake in this riveting thriller that will grip you until the very last sentence.
BLUE’S NIGHT OUT
A CLEAN, HISTORICAL ROMANCE SET IN THE ROARING TWENTIES!
New York City, 1927.
Davis Bakery has the best breads in Queens. Blue Davis, bookish amateur historian, spends her days at the neighborhood staple, dishing out her family’s sweet treats. Summer has come to the city, and with it, Gorgeous George Greyson. On a warm July day, Blue encounters her old school friend, setting in motion a night unlike any other.
George offers a rare invite to the city’s sinful side—The Fat Flamingo speakeasy. In the decadent world of moody jazz and illegal booze, Blue and her best friend, Myra Post, set aside the daily grind for carefree carousing. Along with drinks, emotions flow freely. Are the sparks between Blue and George genuine? Or are they born of summer heat and gin blossoms?
Sometimes innocent actions can have dire consequences. With a skiff and lie, Blue lands in hot water. To save face, her grandparents ship her upstate. Will George seek love? Or will he let the music die along with her departure?
SUGARED FLORETS AND BAYONETS
A CLEAN, HISTORICAL ROMANCE SET IN THE AFTERMATH OF THE GREAT WAR.
Minerva, Ohio, 1919
The mortar rounds and trenches of the Great War echo in Joe Conley’s head. Returned a hero, he is a great thespian. Inside, an imposter lurks. His heart ripped from his ribcage by the savage, brutal gallantry of battle. He no longer fits into his charmed life.
Sally Smith, the village’s curious introvert, has mastered the art of self-reliance. To supplement her paltry income, she applies her gardening skills to her advantage, selling sugared flower petals to the local bakery, café, and mercantile to decorate cakes and teas. While locals gladly accept her beautiful floral creations, they keep her at arms-length, unwilling to forget or forgive her family’s past.
As school cohorts, Sally and Joe despised one another. With childhood put to bed, the war hero, a changeling by circumstance, discovers a friendship without demands. And Sally, finally, feels the comfort of companionship.
With the summer heat rising and their friendship blooming, Joe and Sally fall under society’s scrutiny. Can they weather the storm of small-town rumors, or will they succumb to the pressure? Can either truly put aside their past?
THE LAST ROSE OF THE MIDDLE ATLAS
Can a single glance steal a man’s heart?
Embark on a captivating journey of love and discovery in this mesmerizing tale. Join Rasmus Kanerva, a fearless traveler with an insatiable thirst for life’s most extraordinary moments, as he ventures into unchartered territories to chase his photographic dreams.
Unexpectedly led to the enchanting lands of Morocco, Rasmus finds himself drawn into a world of art, friendship, and simmering emotions. Accompanied by the vivacious couple, Yasmine and Hassan, he discovers that misunderstandings and unspoken desires can test even the closest bonds.
But it is within the vibrant tapestry of an ancient Amazigh village that Rasmus encounters Nasrin, a captivating traditional tattooist. With her steady hand and wisdom, Nasrin allows Rasmus a glimpse into a hidden world, one filled with mystery and untold strength. Their connection is immediate, and as the needle meets the ink in a sacred ceremony, a rare spark ignites between them.
Yet time, relentless as ever, threatens to extinguish their shared flame. Will their passionate encounter forever reside as a cherished memory, or will it transcend the boundaries of space and time, transforming their lives forever? Immerse yourself in a tale that explores the power of a fleeting connection and the limitless potential it holds.