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 She doesn’t miss. She doesn’t linger. She doesn’t regret. Valeria Tutov, the Maiden of Death, is one of Peril ’s most chilling characters. Her reputation is global. Her loyalty, to the Guild. Her mission, uncompromising. 📚 Can Willow Darby survive Valeria’s pursuit? Find out in Peril by Cole Steele

 From embassies to backrooms, Washington D.C. is a city where power thrives—and secrets kill. In Peril , Willow’s pursuit of truth uncovers layers of corruption and deception. But every step closer to answers puts Hannah further at risk. 📚 Discover the dark corridors of Washington: Peril by Cole Steele

 Every mother protects her child. But not every mother is Willow Darby. In Peril , her skills as a detective aren’t enough—because this time, the killers aren’t just coming for her case file. They’re coming for Hannah. 💥 The stakes are personal. The danger is global. And Willow Darby is all that stands in between. 📚 Meet Willow in Peril: Peril by Cole Steele

Rome. A blistering afternoon. A bench in the park. Two men barely have time to breathe before Valeria Tutov—the Maiden of Death—erases them with calculated precision. This is the world of Peril —where diplomacy collides with murder, and assassins stalk the shadows of power. 📖 Read more in the free prologue excerpt, then continue the story: Peril by Cole Steele

 Some enemies hide behind politics. Others are paid to kill. The Guild is no ordinary group—they are meticulous, merciless, and determined to erase Hannah Darby before she exposes what she saw. Their reach is global. Their patience, lethal. And in Peril , Willow Darby learns just how deep their shadows go. 📚 Can Willow stop them in time? Find out: Peril by Cole Steele

 Skipping school was supposed to be harmless fun. For Hannah Darby, it became a life-or-death decision. In Peril , Hannah sees something she was never meant to witness—and the killers won’t stop until the last loose end is tied off. Now, Willow must risk everything to keep her daughter alive. 📚 Read the full thriller: Peril by Cole Steele

 Aurora Jeffries was supposed to embody grace and diplomatic poise. Instead, her murder unravels a double life—and secrets that may reshape Africa’s geopolitical future. As Willow Darby races to protect her daughter Hannah, readers are pulled from quiet American suburbs to the volatile shadows of Washington D.C. and beyond. 📚 Dive into the full story: Peril by Cole Steele

 The luxurious log cabin home that was nestled on an inland lake complete with its own boat house belonged to Marcel Cepeda. It was rumored to have been designed by the same architect that was responsible for an enormous luxury log cabin home which had previously belonged to a notable country singer down in Tennessee. The same construction crew had been contracted and it annoyed several of his wealthy neighbors while it was being built. Their equipment and the massive logs made driving the roads impassable at times. Cepeda was the CEO of a new social media and tech firm. His company’s IPO made him an overnight billionaire and instant celebrity. Money was no object after the news. A far cry from the startup struggles in his parent’s basement almost a decade earlier. He plugged in his Tesla Roadster to recharge in an underground garage before taking an elevator up to the top floor and the master bedroom. It had floor to ceiling glass windows with a breathtaking view of the water. Cep...

 The screen went black, then numbers appeared—10, 9, 8… Boyd’s victim sat, unaware that every second was part of a calculated execution. In Encounter , countdowns aren’t for suspense—they’re for destruction. 📚 Read the full story: Encounter by Cole Steele

 Students see Deklyn Boyd as brilliant, approachable, and kind. The truth? He’s crafting an entirely different kind of lesson plan. His intellectual veneer hides a strategic mind capable of precision strikes—and a thirst for the chaos they bring. 📚 Read the full story: Encounter by Cole Steele

 Marcel Cepeda’s company culture thrived on elaborate, outrageous pranks. FBI raids, staged arrests—nothing was off-limits. That’s why he didn’t panic when a strange man appeared on his Peloton screen. In Encounter , that misplaced trust costs him everything. 📚 Read the full story: Encounter by Cole Steele

 For Marcel Cepeda, fitness was routine. For Deklyn Boyd, it was an opportunity. “Enjoy your ride.” Those were the last words on the screen before the explosion tore through Cepeda’s luxury home. Boyd’s genius lies in making the extraordinary seem ordinary—until it’s too late. 📚 Read the full story: Encounter by Cole Steele

 Deklyn Boyd understands the power of a setting. In Encounter , he turns Marcel Cepeda’s multimillion-dollar lakefront property into a theater of destruction. The irony is clear: Cepeda’s home, built to impress, becomes the perfect backdrop for his demise. And Boyd? He’s the invisible hand guiding the scene. 📚 Read the full story: Encounter by Cole Steele

 It started like any other late night for tech billionaire Marcel Cepeda—charging his Tesla, prepping for a ride, and settling in for a workout. But Deklyn Boyd doesn’t leave room for ordinary nights. The Peloton screen flickered. Not Chantelle from London this time—but the shadowed figure of a man in a chair. Then came the tightening of the shoes, the countdown, and finally… the blast. Deklyn Boyd, respected college professor, hides his true nature under layers of charm and intellect. But when his plans unfold, no one—not even a billionaire—can see him coming. 📚 Read the full story: Encounter by Cole Steele

 Forensic science is only as cold as the crimes it uncovers. In Beneath Devil’s Lake , Roman Lee listens as Dr. Nyguen details the victims’ suffering, revealing a killer who thrives on precision and cruelty. With tourniquets, epinephrine injections, and surgical precision, the murderer ensured their victims remained aware until the final moments. 📚 Read the full story: https://a.co/d/8PSYbIb  

 June Darby’s charm isn’t just in the kitchen—it’s in her unshakable spirit. In Encounter , her story is as much about family loyalty as it is about food. Her live TV appearance proves she can handle pressure, even when the cameras catch more than intended. The question is—can that same strength help her family when danger closes in? 📚 Read the full story: Encounter by Cole Steele

 In Beneath Devil’s Lake , Roman Lee faces a killer who doesn’t just take lives—he orchestrates their suffering. Arriving at the office of Dr. Nyguen… The torso was resting on a body block… Whoever did this has some working knowledge of human anatomy and perhaps pharmacology… More disturbing, the victims had their eyelids pinned open. Every detail cuts deeper, every revelation pushing Roman closer to a truth more horrifying than he imagined. 📚 Read the full story:   https://a.co/d/cCCUZJk

Not every local TV guest can win over the crowd—and silence the host—with the same flair as June Darby. In Encounter , Willow’s mother proves she’s more than just a great cook. Nervous energy in addition to several cups of coffee kept June Darby alert and ready for her big moment… [Excerpt from Encounter, Chapter Six] June’s quick wit and fearless charm make her a social media sensation—but in Encounter , popularity comes with unexpected dangers. 📚 Read the full story: Encounter by Cole Steele

 Throughout the Roman Lee series, the stakes keep climbing—but one case in particular pushes Roman further than ever before. Between personal threats, political pressure, and an adversary who always seems one step ahead, Roman faces the kind of danger that could end more than just his career. This is where Roman’s courage, resilience, and sheer stubbornness are tested like never before. 📚 See the case in the Roman Lee series: https://www.amazon.com/ROMAN-LEE-6-book-series/dp/B08RBFJMM7

 For Roman Lee, justice isn’t just a word—it’s a commitment. But that doesn’t mean he plays by the book. Roman knows the system isn’t perfect, and sometimes the only way to make it work is to bend it without breaking it. It’s an approach that wins him allies and enemies in equal measure. And it’s what makes his cases so unpredictable. 📚 See his methods in the Roman Lee series: https://www.amazon.com/ROMAN-LEE-6-book-series/dp/B08RBFJMM7

 In Prospectus , Willow Darby’s fight for survival is made more dangerous by the people hunting her. These aren’t random attackers—they’re three financial predators with everything to lose if Willow exposes them. Each has their own motive, but they share a willingness to cross any line to protect themselves. Their ruthlessness raises the stakes for Willow—and for every reader following her desperate journey. 📚 Read Prospectus here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085N9VJ9T?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tkin_1&storeType=ebooks

 Roman Lee’s cases may dominate his time, but the women in his life shape his world just as much as any investigation. Some are allies, some are challenges, and some… are trouble wrapped in a smile. From trusted colleagues to complex love interests, these characters add depth, conflict, and sometimes heartache. They remind Roman that while solving crimes is his calling, relationships are what make the stakes real. 📚 Meet them in the Roman Lee series: https://www.amazon.com/ROMAN-LEE-6-book-series/dp/B08RBFJMM7

 Roman Lee is guided by loyalty and a sense of justice, but he knows life isn’t black and white. Sometimes the right choice isn’t the legal one, and he’s willing to bend the rules if it means protecting the innocent—or catching the guilty. This moral complexity makes Roman more than just a detective; it makes him human. Readers can’t help but wonder what they’d do in his place. 📚 See Roman in action: https://www.amazon.com/ROMAN-LEE-6-book-series/dp/B08RBFJMM7

 The Michigan forest in Prospectus isn’t just a setting—it’s a character. Dense trees hide both threats and opportunities, creating the perfect environment for suspense. Every branch snap becomes a warning. Every shadow holds a question. The isolation amplifies Willow’s vulnerability and forces her to rely on her wits. In this series, the landscape doesn’t just frame the action—it drives it. 📚 Step into Willow’s world: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085N9VJ9T?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tkin_1&storeType=ebooks

 The first book in the Roman Lee series sets the tone for everything that follows. When a murder shatters the calm of his hometown, Roman is pulled into a case that tests both his instincts and his loyalty. Local politics, old grudges, and buried secrets make every step of the investigation a battle. But Roman isn’t the kind of detective who backs down when the stakes are high—especially when the truth is on the line. 📚 Start Roman’s first case here: https://www.amazon.com/ROMAN-LEE-6-book-series/dp/B08RBFJMM7

 I’ve always been fascinated by characters who’ve lived in two very different worlds. Roman Lee spent his early years under stadium lights, reading plays and chasing glory. When the cheers faded, he found a new calling—solving the kinds of crimes that shake small communities to their core. Roman’s athletic discipline makes him relentless. His public past makes him approachable. And his personal code makes him unpredictable to criminals. I built him to be a detective you root for—not just because he’s good at his job, but because he’s human. 📚 Meet Roman Lee here: https://www.amazon.com/ROMAN-LEE-6-book-series/dp/B08RBFJMM7

 Willow Darby’s journey begins at what should have been a harmless social event—a multi-level marketing house party . Instead, it becomes the launch pad for a harrowing ordeal. She finds herself deep inside a Michigan forest , far from familiar surroundings and unexpectedly targeted by three financial predators who will stop at nothing to conceal their secrets. That night ignites the series: a single moment of misfortune changing everything. Willow’s resilience, resourcefulness, and courage shine through as she fights not just for answers—but for survival. 📚 Begin Willow’s story in Prospectus here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085N9VJ9T?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tkin_1&storeType=ebooks