Books like Secrets by Jude Deveraux
Cassandra Madden, traumatized by her mother’s indifference, harbors an unrequited love for Jefferson Ames since childhood. After ending her engagement, she goes to Williamsburg, Virginia to care for Jeff’s young daughter. When mysterious gunshots echo from a neighboring mansion belonging to a famous actress, Cassandra finds herself embroiled in deception and hidden truths that could bar her and Jeff from finding peace.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Suspense/Romantic Suspense
Authors: Jude Deveraux
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