The Fury Within | Wattys 2025

**First Draft | Book One**

In a chilling turn of events, a ruthless serial killer sets their sights on a chilling new target: individuals who have attended anger management classes. Driven by their own uncontrollable rage, this sinister figure leaves a trail of bodies that sends shockwaves through the community. With panic rising and pressure mounting, the local police turn to the elite Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) for help.

Among the BAU's formidable team is Olivia, a fiercely intelligent investigator whose instincts are as sharp as her heart is conflicted. Drawn into the twisted psyche of the killer, Olivia finds herself inexplicably captivated by the enigma lurking in the shadows. As she immerses herself deeper into the psychological labyrinth, Olivia enters a perilous game of cat and mouse, where the stakes are impossibly high.

With every dark revelation, her feelings for the killer complicate her pursuit of justice, pitting her professional duty against a growing, dangerous attraction. The tension escalates, and Olivia must walk a razor's edge, balancing her commitment to her job with the magnetic pull of her emotions. One misstep could unleash chaos, putting not only her career on the line but also the lives of those she holds dear.

As the body count rises and the net tightens around the killer, Olivia faces a heart-wrenching dilemma: Can she maintain her professional integrity and bring this monster to justice, or will her forbidden passion lead to devastating consequences? In this gripping, pulse-pounding thriller, prepare for a whirlwind of suspense that explores the tumultuous clash between love and duty, where every choice could lead to unimaginable danger.