Brambleford seems like the perfect English village-quiet streets, friendly neighbors, and a sense of order that borders on perfection. But beneath its calm exterior lies a network of control, fear, and hidden agendas. When Inspector Victor Hale and Constable Leo Finch arrive to investigate subtle disturbances, they discover that the village's perfection is an illusion maintained by a shadowy committee.
With the help of Clara Bellamy and the secretive villager Eleanor Graves, Victor and Leo must navigate sabotage, betrayals, and high-stakes confrontations to expose the committee, reclaim the village, and restore Brambleford's true life. In a story of courage, strategy, and suspense, every detail matters, and one misstep could cost everything.
Tags: Suspense, Thriller, Mystery, Police Procedural, English Village, Betrayal, Strategic Action, Novel, Crime, Detective
When Alexis agrees to help the school's player, she must guard the secret that could unravel everything - even as unexpected feelings complicate the game.
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What happens when Alexis Dawson, the 'resident loser' of Redwood High, agrees to help the school's notorious player, Aaron Walker? How can she stop herself from falling for him?
It isn't all love and romance - Alexis has a secret of her own. Join them on a journey of jealousy, betrayal, trust, friendship, and love. A little favour just got a whole lot more complicated.
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He was so close, his breath hit my lips. His eyes darted from my eyes to my lips. I stared intently, awaiting his next move. His lips fell near my ear.
"Shut up and kiss me" He whispered roughly. A chill shot up my spine. I pulled back, staring at his eyes and leaned in...