Sparks fly and danger lurks in this heart-pounding tale of justice and unexpected attraction!

When an earth-shattering explosion rips through the quiet coastal city of West Sound, it doesn't just shatter windows—it shatters lives. For middle school teacher MJ Brooks, the blast steals more than peace; it takes her beloved mentor and ignites a fire for justice that threatens to consume her.

Enter Detective Jefferson Hughes: a by-the-book investigator who'd rather eat his badge than work with a civilian. But when MJ unearths the only lead in a case that's got the city on edge, Hughes finds himself trapped between protocol and progress.

As the unlikely duo delves deeper into the mystery, tension sizzles—and not just from the looming threat. MJ's fierce determination clashes with Hughes' steely resolve, creating a chemistry they'd both rather ignore. But with a killer plotting to bring more pain and death to the sound, they'll need each other to unravel the lies.

In a race against time, MJ and Hughes must learn to trust each other's instincts. Because in West Sound, secrets kill—and the next target could be closer than they think.

Will they crack the case before the body count rises? Will their budding connection become another casualty in a deadly game?

Dive into this crime novel packed with action and plenty of heart.