Suspense

The Siren’s Storm-The Burkes Series Book 2
Alexandra Burnett
Category
Trigger Warnings
Level 3-4 spice during romantic scenes
Continuing the Burkes series, a confident and empowered attorney is reluctantly bound to the brooding and stoic ex-Marine when a series of near fatal accidents befall her. To discover the culprit behind the attempts on her life, the unlikely pair must work together. Tempers and passion ignite, and despite their denial, it seems opposites do attract. With danger lurking in the shadows, which will prove more costly, confronting the killer or their feelings for each other?

The Harvester-The Burkes Series Book 1
Alexandra Burnett
Category
Trigger Warnings
spice, kidnapping, off-screen murder
In this thriller, Burnett captures us with a story about a young cafe owner who finds herself at the heart of a murder investigation and bound to the sexy homicide detective in charge of the case, neither of which she’d care to be. However, her cooperation is paramount to solving the crimes and putting an end to the killer’s reign of terror, regardless of the greatest danger–losing her heart. Who will be the one to steal it, the charming and seductive detective… or the Harvester?

The Menagerie
Ariadne Pautina
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Trigger Warnings
Abortion; abuse / abusive relationship; bestiality; dubious consent; drug use; incest; infidelity; manipulation; murder; nightmares; physical abuse / assault; rape; sex / sexual abuse / sexual assault; spiders / suicidal ideation; torture; violence
From the opening short story to the final poem, The Menagerie combines varied themes and genres which explore darker experiences with an empowering message of hope. This anthology is a cohesive combination of 55 tales delivering strength.
No matter how hollow you may feel inside. This is a series of creative interpretations of how survival can be brutal, can be beautiful, and can lead you to the brink of destruction before escape is found.

The Broken Wife
Kay Elem
Category
Trigger Warnings
Death of a family member, Adultery, Physical/Emotional Abuse, Childbirth(loss), Sexually Explicit Scenes, Gun/Drug Violence (brief mention)
Aileen remains haunted by the memory of her husband’s tragic death when years later a clue emerges, reigniting her trauma and plunging her into a dangerous path of secrets and lies.
Cooper is used to solving mysteries but never expects to become entangled in Aileen’s case. Neither can deny their growing attraction as they work together to uncover the truth. As secrets are revealed, both must tread carefully, for the answers they seek could destroy everything.

Last Chance
Sasha Welter
Category
Trigger Warnings
no trigger warnings
Chance ‘The Troublemaker’ Wright was always pushing boundaries and testing limits. But when his reckless antics end in a deadly accident, Trinity High School breathes a collective sigh of relief. Or do they? As the investigation unfolds, whispers of murder spread like wildfire. Was Chance’s demise a tragic consequence of his own actions, or did someone take matters into their own hands?

Indefinite Doubt-Baker Street Legacy Book 3
Gail R. Delaney
Category
Trigger Warnings
Terroristic violence that may feel parallel to real-world events, personal danger, violence, gun violence, and abduction. Struggle with PTSD, grief, and trauma. Themes of ableism.
Grayson Holmes’ greatest grief healed, his guarded heart blessed, his career path jostled, and his once hollow house made into a home. Kipling left a normal, contented, and rewarding life in Boston to move to London and begin a new career–a new life–with Grayson Holmes. Langdon Howell played the long game, and he wants nothing less than to crush Grayson’s soul. If that means tormenting Kipling until she breaks or punishing Grayson until he accepts Howell’s truth, then so be it.

The Empty Chair-Baker Street Legacy Book 2
Gail R. Delaney
Category
Trigger Warnings
Terroristic violence that may feel parallel to real-world events, personal danger, violence, gun violence, and abduction. Struggle with PTSD, grief, and trauma. Themes of ableism.
Kipling Branson’s tumble into love with Grayson Holmes was absolute, but she loves a man in constant danger. When Grayson’s sisters propose a surprise visit to England, Kipling takes the chance. A peaceful holiday turns into yet another life-or-death series of riddles…with Grayson’s life the final prize. The Howell family’s hatred for the Holmes bloodline now plays out in a game of revenge. Howell has twisted truths, taken lives, and machinated outcomes with the ultimate goal of retribution.

My Dear Branson-Baker Street Legacy Book 1
Gail R. Delaney
Category
Trigger Warnings
Terroristic violence that may feel parallel to real-world events, personal danger, violence, gun violence, and abduction. Struggle with PTSD, grief, and trauma. Themes of ableism.
MI6 Officer Grayson Holmes’ name has brought admiration…and now, a deadly threat. Kipling Branson’s life consists of family, friends, work, and her doctorate studies. Nothing unusual. She never could have imagined a hearing aid malfunction would save her life and set off a course of events that would change everything. A chain of events leads him on a hunt to determine who wants him dead, with perhaps the most intriguing question: how is Kipling involved?

Proven Innocence
Mary J. Rocco
Category
Trigger Warnings
Proven Innocence is a suspenseful crime novel. It includes elements of suicide ideation, drug usage, domestic abuse, violence, death, and vulgar language. Readers who might be sensitive to the aforementioned, please read with care.
Cynthia Evans wakes up in the trunk of a car, no idea how she got there, only to discover she’s wanted for the murder of her husband and children. With no memory of life prior, Cynthia is sure she did not commit the crime.
Only problem is-how does she convince anyone she’s not a murderer when she is not sure who she is?
With the help of a downtrodden diner waitress, Gabrielle, Cynthia fights to prove her innocence.
One thing is clear: Rick Evans is dead. But who is the real killer?

Light Angel
M.K. Collings
Category
Trigger Warnings
Strong Language, Adult Situations, Descriptive Violence, and short mention of an Abusive Relationship
Have you ever seen the show Supernatural?
Light Angel hits that vibe with danger, humor, mystery, and suspense. There’s ancient Celtic lore woven into a swoon-worthy love story of twin flames with a guaranteed happily-ever-after.
