Secrets
Jessica Frances
(In Midsummer, #4)
Publication date: November 6th 2020
Genres: Adult, LGBTQ+, Romance, Suspense
One storm. One Santa Claus. One stalker. One secret. One surprise. One question. One answer.
Christmas is meant to be a jolly time of year, right? So, why is everyone acting like the plague is around the corner? Every year, I’m always the grumpy guy. Yet, this year, I might as well be sunshine personified.
Conner is definitely hiding something from me, River is unusually moody, and the townspeople have clearly lost their minds. Unfortunately, I can’t arrest everyone in my life and demand they explain themselves … can I?
Since my relationship with Conner is becoming more vital to me than ever, I need to find out what has everyone acting so strange. This Christmas will be the first for Conner and me together. I need to make it special. That means I have to ensure nothing can come between us. Not a Hollywood hunk, not a creepy stalker, and definitely not a snowstorm.
So, will we make it through our first Christmas together? Or will this end up being the worst day of the year?
—
EXCERPT:
I pull up to the unmanned front gate and park, since the boom gate won’t open without power. Then I exit my vehicle, check to make sure my weapon is secure at my side, and make my way toward the front entrance.
“This is Sheriff Green! Anyone here?” I shout, receiving no response.
I tread carefully, not wanting a broken ankle on this icy ground, and head to the front door. I try the handle and find it’s locked. Then I move to the first window and take a peek inside, but it’s too dark to see anyone. I consider radioing Abby, but I don’t want to distract her or give her presence away in case she’s still in pursuit.
When I then round the building, I see what looks like blood spilled along the icy ground.
“What the …?” I crouch down to it. It’s either real blood or fake from a movie set. Then again, they’re not filming here right now; Prince confirmed that.
I get back to my feet and keep alert as I continue to move around the house, trying windows and doors as I come across them. Everything is locked up, and nothing looks disturbed. But where is everyone? Where are the guards? Where are my deputies?
I freeze as I make out sounds close by. I then continue moving and find they’re growing louder. I can’t hear the words being said, but the panic is obvious.
I draw my weapon, unsure what I’ll find as I move around to the back part of the building and take a quick peek around the corner.
Author Bio:
Jessica lives in Adelaide, South Australia. When she is not writing, you can find her reading, napping or watching excessive amounts of TV. Connect with her on Facebook and Goodreads.
GIVEAWAY!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Hosted by:
It would be fun to read a Christmas story with a twist. This sounds like a fun book.
Great excerpt; sounds like a mystery.
Congratulations on your release and thanks for sharing your great book.
I think that the cover of your book is attractive and interesting.
What a cute cover.
Enjoy Christmas stories greatly. Thank you for sharing
The cover looks really sweet and fun.
I like the cover
sounds so good!
Sounds like a good suspense read.
This sounds wonderful, thanks for sharing!
Sounds like a good book. Great excerpt and cover
I love the upbeat cover!
Sounds like one heck of a wild read.
In Midsummer Book Series is a favorite of my sister’s. She just finished it and is dropping it off. We share and split the cost when buying books.
Sounds like a great Christmas read.
The weather is changing fast here and I would love to curl up and read this one it sounds super good.
I follow all on Instagram as @oldblueeyes070
I subscribe to bookhounds.net on email
The storyline sounds intriguing.
I love the cover and the blurb sounds intriguing
I love the cover, synopsis and excerpt, this sounds like a must read for me. Thank you for sharing the book and author details.
What an intriguing excerpt! Cute cover too.
This sounds like a great read.
Congrats on the release! This sounds like a perfect way to get in the holiday spirit!
The book sounds interesting. What is causing the townspeople to act so strange? Christmas spirit?
I am always interested in learning about new books that I might want to read.
Sounds like a good seasonal story.. Love the cover too.
What a cute cover.
I love the cover, it looks nice
The book sounds great and the cover is adorable!
Congratulations on your release!
Thank you for signing up for the Secrets Blitz. I appreciate your support!
It’s a cute heart warming cover, so why does the blurb have an ominous tone to it?
different
It looks like a good read.
The book looks intriguing. Great cover.
Great cover! I enjoyed the excerpt.
Sounds like a great read!