Books like Magnificent folly by Iris Johansen
Set against the backdrop of a cliffside beach, the story follows Lily Deslin as she discovers that Andrew Ramsey, who previously watched her daughter Cassie from above, harbors a dark obsession. Andrew’s stare turns into an attempt to claim Lily’s beloved child, while Lily herself is drawn into a volatile attraction to the enigmatic man. The narrative explores Lily’s struggle between protecting her daughter and surrendering to a love that neither expected, all while a looming threat emerges from Andrew’s unsettling past.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Suspense/Romantic Suspense
Authors: Iris Johansen
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