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Best-selling author Britney King returns with a page-turning thriller novel that will take you on a rollercoaster ride of suspense and intrigue. Join six friends as they confront a fateful decision that spirals into a dark and twisted journey. During a night of drunken revelry, three couples spontaneously agree to swap spouses for a wild weekend that promises liberation from the monotony of their lives. They're all friends—what could possibly go wrong? As the weekend unfolds, the six find themselves in a pressure-cooker of hidden desires, festering grudges, and unbearable tension. And when one of the spouses is found brutally murdered, they all begin to reconsider the people they thought they knew so well. Emily, a successful businesswoman with a seemingly ideal marriage, eagerly embraced this thrilling escape. But when she becomes entangled in a web of guilt and suspicion, life quickly spins out of control. Is it paranoia, or is she right about being pursued by someone determined to get what they want? As the investigation barrels down a rocky path filled with shocking revelations and unexpected twists, Emily must come to grips with the darker side of herself and the people closest to her. With time running out and the stakes higher than ever, can she survive unscathed?                    Blood, Sweat, and Desire begs the question: How far would you go to have the life you've always wanted? Dive into a world where betrayal, lust, and the dangerous consequences of our most primal urges collide in a breathtaking, lightning-paced novel that will keep you up at night reading. Don't miss this electrifying thriller—your next obsession awaits.

Eferie je rozdělena. Na severu vládne pevnou rukou zrádce Fane Mortem se svou Dračí gardou, zatímco na jihu bojuje o moc a území hrstka vznešených lordů. Calena Bryera ovšem nic z toho příliš neznepokojuje. Čeká ho totiž Zkouška, což je nebezpečný rituál, kterým musí v odlehlé vesnici jménem Dolinka projít každý osmnáctiletý mladík. Calen však ještě netuší, že to je to nejmenší, co si pro něj osud přichystal. Poté, co se on a jeho přátelé setkají se třemi cizinci prchajícími před Faneovými vojáky, se mu totiž život obrátí vzhůru nohama.Z Calena se proti jeho vůli stává štvanec, jemuž nezbývá nic jiného než se s těmito neznámými muži spojit. A když se navíc ukáže, proč po nich říše pase, ocitá se Calen ve víru událostí, které už nedokáže zastavit.A brzy si navíc uvědomí, že jeho role v nastávající válce bude mnohem důležitější, než by on sám kdy čekal…

The truth will set you free...or destroy a kingdom... On the magic imbued continent of Irridessen, there can only be one Queen on High. Two Princesses must forego their delicate sensibilities to reveal the bloodthirsty beasts roiling under their perfect skin if they want a chance at securing the coveted title... …When a rare flicker of power flares within the confines of the magic-barren Slate Kingdom, two disgraced King’s Guards hunt for the source – hoping to uncover the truth behind the vicious murders of their Late King and Queen and bring a killer to justice… …Lenna struggles to accept her role as the quiet, subservient wife to a powerful Lord in the Slate Kingdom. At fifty-one years old, she reminisces on the freedoms she had during her youth, while slipping further into the doldrums of life. Migraines morph Lenna’s dreams into nightmares of leathery wings and giant stone monsters, revealing a deadly truth that she quickly learns could be a blessing – or a curse. Will she break free from the chains of her stagnant life? Or will Lenna be devoured by the same monsters that haunt her? About the Author: Katerina Stevens is a new adult fantasy writer utilizing her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from the University of North Florida by writing with a unique emphasis on the sociological impacts of her characters’ wonderfully chaotic behavior. She has turned a lifelong obsession with magic, imagination and immersive fantasy worlds into a brand new story for readers to dive into with her debut novel Queens of Spells and Stone.

A whirlwind of hate and prejudice awaits spirited reporter Kendall O'Dell when she agrees to help her Hispanic co-worker search for missing relatives who vanished after they crossed the border into Arizona. The only witness is a terrified 5 year old boy who claims to have seen frightening creatures and unexplained lights in the sky. The horrifying conclusion is sure to give you chills! This 3rd adventure in the Kendall O'Dell mystery series is based on actual events. Keep the lights on!

In Britney King's powerful series, reminiscent of the bestselling works of Cecelia Ahern and Jojo Moyes, comes a heartbreaking, yet beautiful tale about the lengths one will go to hold on to love.Somewhere With You (Book One) Jack Harrison is a relentless overachiever who leaves little in the way of compromise. A businessman to the core—he's hell-bent on being at the top of the food chain. After all, no one can trip you up if you're on top, as he likes to say. The problem for Jack is there's only one thing that continually trips him up—and that's her.Amelie Rose, with a name like poetry and a heart of gold, as her father always said, is a free-spirited photographer who has managed to land a job at one of the top travel magazines in the world. This is both a blessing and a curse since Amelie never stays in one place for long and has refused to commit to anything—ever.It might seem to the casual observer that these two have almost nothing in common. But fate would disagree. The story chronicles Jack and Amelie's lives from childhood into adulthood, beginning when they meet as then eight- and ten-year-olds at summer camp specifically designed for children who've lost too much.As fate steps in, and that first summer seals the deal, they come to depend on each other in ways neither of them expected, with each summer bringing them closer than the last. As they come to terms with life and loss, with hanging on and letting go, they'll teach each other that some bonds are meant to last. Together, they will travel the world, meeting in various places where they'll come together, and fall apart, all the while struggling to discern if the other could possibly be the one.This unlikely love story takes us on an adventure where two people come of age, fall in and out of love, and question the role timing plays in it all.Their story is proof that neither time nor distance—perhaps not even death—can destroy what love creates.So it seems the only question left to ask is whether love is enough?Anywhere With You (Book Two) They say opposites attract. For Jack and Amelie, that statement is about as close to the truth as it gets.She runs from anything that so much smells like love. And, well, as for Jack, he's always been a fan of the chase. Especially where she's concerned.Which is exactly what happens when he proposes... to accompany her on a cross-country road trip.A bet is made. True to form, Jack puts everything on the table—while Amelie keeps her cards tucked close to her heart.The question remaining when it all shakes out—is whether it's possible they can both win?Will a road trip across the country finally teach them to meet in the middle? Or simply drive them further apart?This is the continuation of a love story that (like many) was never really over. What readers are saying about the With You Series: ????? "The perfect heart-warming romance novel that will have you reaching for the tissues! Britney King has masterfully crafted a story about two individuals who fight for their love against all odds. Jack and Amelie's journey is one that will leave you breathless and emotionally invested until the very last page." - Goodreads reviewer ????? "A captivating novel that beautifully captures the essence of love's triumphs and challenges. Britney King's eloquent writing style will transport you to exotic locations and immerse you in the magic of her characters' love story. You won't be able to put this book down!" - Goodreads reviewer

From the bestselling author of The Social Affair and HER comes a riveting new thriller about a writer desperate to make a comeback who realizes that success may cost more than he can afford to pay when a stranger arrives at his door. George is bitter. As he should be. Once a household name, George is dying to make a comeback, and death may be the only option left to get the public's attention. Ask anyone, his life is unraveling at the seams. Meanwhile, his new apprentice is everything he is not.The enigmatic man his publisher sends to help is young and ambitious, with looks that could kill, and possibly do.When George discovers that his apprentice's talent extends beyond fixing broken plots, that his winning formula may, in fact, be a result of making the crimes in his novels come to life, George has to ask himself how much he is willing to overlook to achieve mainstream success.Perfectly paced, The Book Doctor is an electrifying psychological thriller about a life's work, obsession, and the dangerous places ambition can take you. Full of enough tension and twists to make even the most seasoned suspense reader break out in a cold sweat, it keeps you guessing until the very last page. What readers are saying about The Book Doctor: ?????  "This psychological thriller had me hooked from beginning to end! The plot was cleverly crafted and full of unexpected twists and turns. The characters were complex and kept me guessing until the very end. Such a great book!" ?????  "If you're a fan of suspenseful thrillers, this is the one for you! The pacing was perfect, with just the right amount of tension and intrigue. The psychological aspect was fascinating and kept me hooked throughout. Highly recommended!" ????? "Wow, just wow! This psychological thriller is a true gem of the genre. The writing is superb, the characters are well-developed and the story is gripping from start to finish. I can't recommend it enough!" ????? "As a fan of psychological thrillers, I've read my fair share of them - but this one blew me away! The plot twists were unexpected and kept me guessing until the very end. The writing was top-notch and the characters were so well-realized that I felt like I knew them personally. Simply amazing." ????? "This psychological thriller is not to be missed! The storyline was captivating and the characters were so well-developed that I became invested in their journey. The pacing and tension were just right, making for an exciting and unforgettable read. Highly, highly recommended!"

DCI Arla Baker is back in a twisted, heart pounding mystery that will keep you up all night… The skeleton of a woman is discovered in one of London’s canals. She was wrapped up in a tarpaulin, tied with stones, and then her body was left to sink in the dark waters of the canal…Today DCI Baker has to uncover the secrets of her terrible death… But the more she investigates, the greater the dangers become. The missing woman was connected to one of London’s notorious gangsters, and this man had powerful connections. The people who are drawn into this web of deceit want to keep the past buried – but Arla wants to discover the truth. She faces a vicious web of treachery and lies that sucks her into mortal danger. As Arla peels back the secretive layers, she uncovers the work of a blood thirsty serial killer who is still hiding in the shadows today… The killer is back on the streets, and this time, he is hunting for Arla…with her back to the wall, Arla has to fight back like never before…will she succeed? If you like James Patterson, Harlan Coben, Patricia Cornwell, Michael Connelly, then discover the Arla Baker Series by ML Rose today!

Két egymástól elszakított, fiatal szerelmes, akiknek az istenek háborújának pusztító viharával kell szembenézniük, hogy visszatalálhassanak egymáshoz.Iris Winnow két hete tért haza megkínzottan és törött szívvel a frontról, a háborúnak azonban még nincs vége. Romannek nyoma veszett, Oath városa pedig továbbra is hitetlenkedve és a borzalmak felett szemet hunyva viszonyul az eseményekhez. Amikor Iris és Attie újabb esélyt kap, hogy Dacre mozgásáról tudósítson, mindketten kapva kapnak a lehetőségen, és ismét nyugat felé veszik útjukat, hátrahagyva a várost, amely lassan darabjaira hullik a háború fenyegetésében.Roman, Dacre birodalmában ébredve, képtelen felidézni a múltját. Miután biztosítják, hogy emlékei idővel visszatérnek, cikkeket kezd el írni Dacrénak, nem igazán értve a háborúban betöltött szerepét. Ám amikor a szekrényajtón át egy furcsa levél jut el hozzá, Roman levelezésbe kezd a rejtélyes feladóval, és hamarosan válaszút előtt találja magát: álljon ki Dacre mellett, vagy árulja el az istent? És ahogy a napok egyre sötétebbé válnak, Roman és Iris elkerülhetetlenül haladnak egymás felé... és a két fiatal saját szívét és közös jövőjüket teszi kockára, hogy megfordítsák a háború menetét.

Anyám és a Horgonya halála után megkönnyebbüléssel töltött el, amikor rátaláltam a saját Horgonyaimra. Biztos voltam abban, hogy minden rendben lesz, ha megtalálom őket. Nem így történt.A kezemben van a népem sorsa, és tudom, hogy mindenkinek jobb lesz, ha egyedül maradok. Öt évig bujkáltam, de elkaptak, és végül rákényszerítettek arra, hogy szembenézzek azokkal a férfiakkal, akik elől menekültem. Azt hittem, helyesen cselekszem, de most már nem vagyok olyan biztos benne.Lehet, hogy North, Nox, Gryphon, Atlas és Gabe soha nem bocsát meg nekem. Az viszont biztos, hogy én soha nem fogok megbocsátani magamnak…Az Elszakított kötelékek az ausztrál szerző, J. Bree nagy sikerű The Bonds That Tie című sorozatának első kötete.

In the neon labyrinth of Nerivon, where the city’s dazzling veneer conceals an undercurrent of secrets as unpredictable as the human heart, a series of high-profile disappearances shatter its polished surface. Clinical psychologist Vesper Ardell, renowned for her ability to dissect the psyche with surgical precision, finds her methodical world upended. As she delves deeper into the intricate web of digital confessions and enigmatic testimonies, she becomes entangled in a vortex of desire, betrayal, and raw power dynamics.Join Vesper on a perilous journey alongside relentless journalist Diane Powell and disillusioned former model Todd Pineda. Together, they expose an underground network of manipulation, revealing the city’s glamorous elite for what they truly are—master puppeteers weaving a tapestry of exploitation and illusion.Set against the backdrop of Nerivon’s shimmering salons and shadowed alleyways, **"Shifting Perimeters: The Anatomy of Intrinsic Intrigue"** is a psychological thriller that dissects the dark corridors of beauty, ambition, and identity. With each revelation, Vesper not only fights to uncover the truth behind the disappearances but also confronts her own buried vulnerabilities and longing for connection. Her exploration into the minds of those around her mirrors the labyrinthine streets of her city—a place where every facade hides a more complex, sometimes darker reality.As the investigation reaches its fever pitch at an exclusive gala, alliances are tested, deceptions unravel, and the true nature of power is laid bare. Vesper’s confrontation with the enigmatic Marcellus Tiern—whose charismatic allure masks a dangerous duality—culminates in a battle of intellect and emotion, where lines between predator and protector blur.With its richly drawn characters, thematic depth, and atmospheric setting, **"Shifting Perimeters: The Anatomy of Intrinsic Intrigue"** invites readers into a world where every image crafted is a lie, every secret shared a step toward the ultimate truth. Here, in the fragile interplay of light and shadow, beauty is weaponized, and only the bravest souls dare to seek redemption. Prepare to be captivated by a story that is as much about the human condition as it is about the haunting allure of Nerivon—a city that will forever haunt your thoughts, long after the last page is turned.

In the tradition of Gone Girl and Behind Closed Doors comes a gripping, twisting, furiously clever read that demands your attention, and keeps you guessing until the very end. For fans of the anti-heroine and stories told in unorthodox ways, Water Under The Bridge delivers us the perfect dark and provocative villain. Water Under The Bridge (Book One) As a woman who feels her clock ticking every single moment of the day, former bad girl Kate Anderson is desperate to reinvent herself. So when she sees a handsome stranger walking toward her, she feels it in her bones, there's no time like the present. He's the one. Kate vows to do whatever it takes to have what she wants, even if that something is becoming someone else. Now, ten pounds thinner, armed with a new name, and a plan, she's this close to living the perfect life she's created in her mind.But Kate has secrets. And too bad for her, that handsome stranger has a few of his own.With twists and turns you won't see coming, Water Under The Bridge examines the pressure that many women feel to "have it all" and introduces a protagonist whose hard edges and cutthroat ambition will leave you questioning your judgment and straddling the line between what's right and wrong.Dead In The Water (Book Two)  The perfect neighbors. The perfect cover. He's a contract killer. She likes to even the score. Smack dab in the middle of suburbia, few married couples are as competitive as Jude and Kate.But then, most married couples don't keep score in the form of body counts. Each hell-bent on a silent pact to out-do the other, the games begin.Who ends up on top is anyone's guess. But with these two, one thing's for sure-- not everyone comes out alive.After all, there are a few things they can agree on: All is fair in love and war. And if they can't make it work-- they're dead in the water.Come Hell or High Water (Book Three)  "I've been studying her for weeks. I know how she takes her coffee, the color she prefers on her nails, the way her mouth moves when she sleeps. I don't know what she looks like when she's happy. But I will." ?When Cheryl Steinbeck-Edwards makes the decision to get in a car with a potential contractor, meticulous hitman Jude Riley and his lovely wife Kate, it appears to be the perfect partnership. Turns out, nothing is perfect, and getting in that car was a poor choice, to say the least. ?When Kate decides not to kill the woman, as she and her husband agreed, a series of events, some might even call it karma, conspire to turn their worst fears into reality. What readers are saying about Water Under the Bridge:????? "Water Under the Bridge is a phenomenal psychological thriller that will leave you breathless. From page one, the suspense is palpable as you follow the intricate plotline to its shocking conclusion." - Goodreads reviewer ?????  "With razor-sharp prose and masterful storytelling, this novel is a true masterpiece. The characters are richly drawn and the twists and turns will keep you guessing until the very end." - Goodreads reviewer ????? "Water Under the Bridge is a tour de force of the genre. The psychological depth of the characters is astounding, and the plot is so well-crafted that you'll be on the edge of your seat until the final page." - Goodreads reviewer ?????  "Water Under the Bridge is a must-read for anyone who loves a good psychological thriller. The story is dark, twisted, and completely addictive. It will keep you up all night, and you won't be able to stop thinking about it for days." - Goodreads reviewer

The most controversial Preacher Wycliff mystery yet! Fourth in the multiple-award-winning mystery seriesA crazed scientist knocks on Evan’s door with a bizarre warning - the Deep State may be planning to fake the Second Coming of Christ with advanced virtual-reality technology. Meanwhile, a faith-healing evangelist is luring poor and homeless people to a religious retreat with promises of ample food, then exhorting them to prepare for the End Times by starving themselves to death. Evan can’t ignore these unbelievable stories when a young woman from his church disappears inside the cult leader’s farm.Previous novels in the Evan Wycliff series have won 9 book awards, including Mystery Gold and Silver in the New York City Big Book Awards in the same year.PRAISE FOR THE EVAN WYCLIFF MYSTERIESThis is literature masquerading as a mystery. Carefully yet powerfully, Gerald Jones creates a small, stunning world in a tiny midwestern town, infusing each character with not just life but wit, charm, and occasionally menace. This is the kind of writing one expects from John Irving or Jane Smiley. Marvin J. Wolf, author of the Rabbi Ben Mysteries, including A Scribe Dies in Brooklyn.

Egy légben ébredt nő, egy tűzben edzett harcos és egy vérben született fegyver Vhalla Yarl elérte az északi arcvonalat. A szélben ébredt, lángban edzett harcosmegacélozott elméje és szíve készen áll a Solaris Birodalom hódításának végső csatájára. Vhalla immár nem a szolgaság és a szabadság, hanem a szabadság és a halál között kénytelen választani. A sorsfordító tétek közepette a császár vasmarokkal irányítja a sorsát, és a mérleg serpenyőjébe dob mindent, amit a lány még egyáltalán elveszíthet.Vhallát már sokszor próbára tette a sors és az uralkodói szeszély, fizikailag, szellemileg és érzelmileg egyaránt, de Solaris császár és az istenek még nem fejezték be a játékukat vele. Miközben egyre azon töpreng, hogy ki ő, és ki lehet belőle, tovább folytatja a harcot mint a korona tulajdona, a pusztítás fegyvere – és a trónörökös szerelmese.Mintha az egész világ megdermedt volna, s arra várna csak, hogy a Birodalom megindítsa a hódítás végső rohamát Észak ellen, és elszabaduljon a tiltott mágia. Ezalatt a döntő ütközetre készülő birodalmi hadsereg vezérkara két pártra szakad Vhalla mellett és ellene, de valójában egyetlen ember kapzsisága és rosszindulata tornyosul közte és a boldogsága, a függetlensége és az otthona között. Márpedig Solaris császár kegyetlen árat követel Lady Yarl szabadságáért… 

Új szövetségesek lépnek színre.A vérhold közeledik.Zélie szembenéz a halálos ellenséggel:a királlyal, aki az ő szívére vadászik.Azon a végzetes éjszakán, amikor Zélie elfoglalta a királyi palotát, azt hitte, nem kell harcolnia többé, a királyság végre megbukott, a mágusok visszatértek. És egyáltalán nem számított arra, hogy ketrecbe zárva ébred föl egy idegen hajón. Most vasálarcos harcosok árucikként hurcolják őt és népét a tengeren túlra, távol a hazájuktól.A helyzet még rosszabbra fordul, amikor Zélie találkozik Baldyr királlyal, a Halálfejűek uralkodójával, aki egész civilizációkat pusztított el Zélie nyomát kutatva, mert meg akarja kaparintani a lány varázserejét. Zélie-nek, Amarinak és Tzainnak nincs más választása: ismeretlen földeken kell szövetségeseket keresniük.Ám ha Baldyr lecsap, az katasztrófa lesz Orisa számára, így Zélie-nek minden erejére szüksége van, hogy szembeszálljon a halálos ellenséggel, és megmentse népét a végső pusztulástól.

Šesť prekliatych ríš. Jediná šanca oslobodiť sa. Sto dní. Vitajte na ostrove Lightlark. Každých sto rokov sa vynára tajomný ostrov Lightlark, aby sa na ňom uskutočnila bájna Storočnica, chladnokrvné hry na život a na smrť, ktoré vládcom prekliatych ríš dávajú šancu oslobodiť sa od svojej jedinečnej kliatby. Aby sa však kliatba prelomila, jeden z nich musí umrieť. Isla Crownová je mladou vládkyňou Divokraja, stáročia sužovaného strašnou kliatbou, ktorá láske veľmi nepraje: jeho obyvateľky – prekrásne zvodkyne – totiž musia zabiť každého, do koho sa zamilujú. Isla je pre oslobodenie svojho ľudu od hroznej kliatby odhodlaná urobiť čokoľvek: klamať, podvádzať i zradiť. Teda až do momentu, keď sa zamiluje...

Raeve pracuje ako asasínka pre skupinu rebelov Fíur du Ath, kde má jednoduchú úlohu – počúvať príkazy a nenechať sa chytiť. Keď si Koruna najme vychýreného lovca odmien, aby zajal vzbúrencov, v pätách sa jej ocitne nebezpečný nepriateľ odhodlaný zničiť všetko, čo kedy milovala. Raeve sa tak dostane do rúk Cechu šľachticov, mocných elementálov, ktorí ovládajú najmenej dva živly a ktorí z nej chcú urobiť exemplárny príklad. Zdá sa, že vyslobodiť ju môže už len smrť. Dračieho jazdca Kaana Vaegora zlomila strata jeho milovanej. Zaslepený žiaľom odťal hlavu kráľovi a sám si nasadil jeho korunu. Ani to však nepomohlo utíšiť jeho bolesť a ostala mu iba posledná nádej. Neúnavné pátranie po úlomkoch padnutého mesiaca ho privádza do hlbín mesta Gore, do obávanej väznice, kde narazí na zajatú Raeve. Len spoločnými silami dokážu získať to, po čom túžia, aj keď na ceste za pomstou a vykúpením na nich čakajú pravdy, ktoré môžu otriasť nimi, aj všetkým, čo o svojom svete doposiaľ vedeli.

Nastal čas zradyKráľ musí zomrieť. Päť najnebezpečnejších klamárov v krajine má spolupracovať na jedinom cieli: zabiť kráľa Joona. Ten vládne nemilosrdnou rukou a zatiaľ čo bohatí prosperujú, chudobných a nevinných väznia, utláčajú alebo… predávajú. Teraz si po kráľa ide päť mečov. Každý z nich má dôvod ho zabiť – nájomný vrah hľadá vykúpenie, krásna vrahyňa túži po slobode, princ sa chce pomstiť, že ho poslali do vyhnanstva. Nikto z nich nedokáže odolať sladkému, mrazivému vábeniu pomsty. Dokážu sa dohodnúť na vražde. Dokážu sa dohodnúť na zrade. Piatim majstrom klamstiev, trikov a podvodov to však nestačí na to, aby vytvorili spojenectvo. No ak chcú prežiť, musia nájsť spôsob, ako si navzájom dôverovať… korunu však môže získať len jeden z nich. Nech vyhrá ten najlepší klamár.

The war for the future has begun. The past will not be forgotten. Some bonds are forged in honor… General Roan Landais was raised to be a weapon, forged in the fires of war by his father and uncle’s ruthless ambition. Now, branded a traitor, he’s hunted across the galaxy—by the very family that created him.Dr. Julia Marksdale awakens in a distant world, thrust into a war she barely understands. With nowhere to turn, she’s forced to trust the one man whose loyalty is the most uncertain. Roan is ruthless, calculating, and everything she should fear. Yet, beneath the hardened soldier, she sees something else—a man fighting for more than survival. A man who may be the only hope of stopping an unstoppable weapon.As the Legion prepares to unleash planet-killing technology, Roan and Julia must join forces with the Gallant rebels and Julia’s fellow Gliese survivors to strike before it’s too late. But in the cold void of space, second chances don’t exist—only the choice between defying fate or dying with it.Join the Ancient Knights of the Gallant in the fight for freedom—and discover the power of hope in the darkest of battles.Internationally acclaimed S.E. Smith has done it again! Characters you will love, adventure you won't forget. 

Discover gripping mysteries on a secluded Pacific Northwest island where darkness lurks beneath the surface. In this box set collection, dive into Books 4 - 6 of the thrilling A Billy Jo McCabe Mystery series: "The Trap," "Above the Law," and "The Stranger at the Door." "The Trap" thrusts social worker Billy Jo McCabe into a perilous game of deception after she's kidnapped while trying to help a troubled child. As she becomes the bait, detective Mark Friessen races against time to save her and discovers it's a trap set for him, not Billy Jo. In "Above the Law," Detective Mark Friessen and social worker Billy Jo McCabe uncover a web of secrets surrounding a crime shielded by the law's protection. As they expose the truth behind a chief of police's family secrets, they find themselves navigating a dangerous landscape where justice isn't always served. "The Stranger at the Door" introduces newly appointed police chief Mark Friessen and social worker Billy Jo McCabe. They're confronted with a chilling mystery involving a woman forced into a marriage with her family's killer. As they delve into the twisted past, they uncover secrets that lead them down an unexpected path. Step into a world of intrigue, deception, and danger with this compelling box set collection of A Billy Jo McCabe Mystery series.