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Linda Castillo, known for her suspenseful romances, delivers a tense thriller centered on Julia Wainright, a modest bookseller whose hidden secret attracts a series of menacing letters. When ex‑cop John Merrick, haunted by a fatal mistake in his past, is called upon to repay a favor, he must safeguard Julia from a relentless stalker. Together they must trust each other and unravel the mystery before the threats culminate in deadly consequences. The narrative blends romance, mystery, and psychological suspense as the pair confront their own hidden demons and the danger that lingers in the shadows.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Linda Castillo
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