Secrets and Lies Abound in Briana Cole’s New Thriller, ‘Behind Her Lives’ [EXCERPT]

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A woman must find her sister in Briana Cole’s Behind Her Lives. (Photo courtesy Canva)

We love a good thriller, especially when it is packed with psychological suspense, instances of mistaken identity, and an unidentified corpse that has folks scratching their heads. In Briana Cole’s Behind Her Lives, the author of Wanted, The Appraisal, and The Marriage Pass returns with her most baffling, multicultural novel yet. We know you will devour this twisty tale chock full of secrets and lies. Read the following excerpt from the first chapter to get started. Enjoy! —J&H

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Forgiveness Doesn’t Come Easily in Sean D. Young’s ‘Secrets from the Heart’ [REVIEW]

Can a couple overcome an old family feud for love? (Photo courtesy Canva)

She may have just gotten the opportunity of a lifetime, but her entire family is causing her stress as they study her every move. Then she hires a new employee—who just so happens to be from a rival family—and it brings out all the critics! Will she be able to weather the storm, or should she just throw in the towel? Find out in Sean D. Young’s second Clover Creek novel, Secrets from the Heart.

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Tawna Fenske’s ‘The Best Kept Secret’ Will Have You Laughing Out Loud [REVIEW]

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His job as a smokejumper pilot isn’t the only risky thing he’s done lately. (Photo courtesy Canva)

They used to be in-laws. Now they’re just friends. She’s attracted to him but is deep in denial. And he’s keeping a major secret from her that could change their relationship forever. In Tawna Fenske’s romantic comedy The Best Kept Secret, suffice it to say things are complicated.

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In Christie Craig’s ‘Don’t Breathe a Word,’ One Woman Will Do Whatever It Takes to Keep Her Niece Safe from Harm [REVIEW]

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You can’t outrun your secrets. (Photo courtesy Canva)

She’s new in town. He’s a curious neighbor. When sparks fly between them, will she be able to trust him with a secret that has the potential to destroy the new life she’s worked so hard to create? Find out in Christie Craig’s dazzling thriller, Don’t Breathe a Word.

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Susan Mallery’s ‘The Stepsisters’ [EXCERPT]

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They may be stepsisters, but they are as different as night and day. (Photo courtesy Canva)

There are few things in life that are as precious—or as aggravating—as family. They can make you feel like a million bucks when they love you, but when they hate you they try your patience like no one else can. In Susan Mallery’s forthcoming novel, The Stepsisters, two women bound by marriage have one of these love/hate relationships. But when their family spews new, unexpected drama like Mount Vesuvius, they’ll need to try and bury the hatchet if they’re going to survive startling new revelations. We hope you enjoy this sneak peek at Mallery’s juicy new book! — J&H

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