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Luke never in a million years expected to see Misty Bates again after a weekend of no strings and no names. But when his family introduces him to the nice girl next door, who turns out to be his mysterious fling, he soon figures out that the small-town girl is running from something, and uncovering it could destroy his chance at love.
Luke O'Connell has been unlucky in love because of who he is. He has a job he can't talk about, with trouble always following him, and a peaceful night's sleep is something he can only dream of having.
The O'Connells step in and introduce him to Misty, a nice small-town girl, in the hopes that the two will hit it off, but what they don't know is that Luke and Misty have already met. Years ago, they spent a weekend together after a mission on the other side of the world. Luke is adamant he's not looking for a relationship, and he can't help seeing red flags behind Misty's nice-girl front. In her, he sees the kinds of ghosts people hide when they're running from something.
Luke doesn't like secrets, and there isn't a secret out there that he can't uncover. He soon discovers that Misty Bates used to be Chloe Welch, and she testified against a local hero after witnessing an unspeakable crime in which a house was burned down and a family perished. But when the small-town jury voted to acquit, the protection she had been promised by local authorities disappeared, and the suddenly hostile residents forced her to leave town.
Luke swears there can never be anything between him and Misty, but his digging has already put her in danger. Two cops show up on her doorstep with an arrest warrant, because the evidence in the case is suddenly pointing in her direction. Someone out there is trying to settle a score, and once again, the O'Connells find themselves deeply embroiled in a scandal, one that could ultimately endanger everyone in the family.
About the author
Lorhainne Eckhart, a New York Times & USA Today bestselling author, crafts stories of undeniable intimacy and family drama, earning her the title of "Queen of the family saga." Her works delve deep into the complexities of family dynamics, mingling suspense and angst with a touch of romance to engage readers on multiple levels. Renowned for her 'Raw Relatable Real Romance,' Lorhainne's narratives reflect strong moral themes and the importance of family.With over 145 titles across multiple series now available in Italian, Spanish, French, and German, Lorhainne continues to captivate a global audience. Her literary contributions have garnered multiple Readers' Favorite Awards for Suspense and Romance. Beyond her writing, she is a mother of three, an advocate for autism awareness, and a believer in pursuing dreams.Stay updated on her latest releases and promotional offers by following Lorhainne on Bookbub and subscribing to her mailing list at LorhainneEckhart.com, where you can also find her Monday Blog on all things books and life.
