Wish Upon A Sunset
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Prison was hell, but freedom might be worse.
Fresh out of a five-year sentence, Emma Carter is fighting to reclaim her life...and her children. But Summit Hill hasn't forgotten what she did, and neither has the stalker who's been waiting for her release.
Detective Logan Weston knows he should keep his distance. He has his reasons-secrets that could destroy the fragile connection growing between them. But something about Emma draws him in. Her strength. Her fight. The way she refuses to stay broken.
Their chemistry is undeniable. Their timing is terrible.
Because someone is watching Emma. Leaving threats...Escalating.
To survive, Emma must trust a man with secrets of his own. To love again, she'll have to face the truth about the night that destroyed her life.
Some secrets won't stay buried. Some enemies hide in plain sight. And when the truth is finally revealed, it will shatter everything Emma thought she knew.
"Wish Upon A Sunset" - A gripping romantic suspense about second chances, deadly obsession, and learning to fight back.
A story-driven romantic suspense with sweet romance and slow-burn emotional tension. If you love plot-heavy mysteries with heartfelt romance woven in, this is for you. Perfect for fans of Nora Roberts, Lisa Gardner, and Karen Rose.
Spice Level: 🌶️ (Sweet romance with emotional focus - no explicit content)
Note: Heat level increases in Book 2 as the relationship develops.
Book 1 of 2. Cliffhanger ending. 18+ for mature themes including abuse, stalking, and violence.
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